HGV Class 1 Driver – Nights – Linwood

People Solutions are currently recruiting for an HGV Class 1 Driver to join our client’s established transport operation based in Linwood.  You must be aged 25 or over for insurance purposes.

This is a fantastic opportunity offering £40,000 per annum for an experienced driver to join a professional transport operation carrying out deliveries and collections throughout the UK.

The role offers the opportunity to work within an experienced driving team, with a strong focus on safety, compliance, and providing a high standard of service.

This role would suit candidates with experience as an LGV Class 1 Driver, Category C+E Driver, or Articulated Lorry Driver.

Rates of Pay:

• £40,000 per annum

Shift Pattern:

• Monday to Friday
• Night shifts
• 19:00 – 05:00
• Flexibility in working hours may be required to meet operational requirements

Benefits:

Your benefits as an HGV Class 1 Driver are:

• Permanent, full-time position
• Competitive annual salary of £40,000
• Monday to Friday working pattern
• Stable and consistent night shifts
• Ongoing training and development
• Supportive and professional working environment
• Opportunity to join an established and reputable transport operation
• Career progression opportunities

Day-to-Day Duties:

As an HGV Class 1 Driver, you will work:

• Operating Class 1 (Category C+E) vehicles safely and efficiently
• Completing deliveries and collections throughout the UK
• Loading and unloading vehicles in line with company procedures
• Using appropriate loading and unloading equipment
• Ensuring all loads are safely secured before and during transportation
• Maintaining the security and integrity of loads throughout the delivery process
• Carrying out all duties in accordance with relevant legislation and company procedures
• Complying with vehicle safety requirements and road traffic legislation
• Operating digital tachographs correctly and in accordance with current regulations
• Adhering to drivers’ hours legislation and the Working Time Directive
• Maintaining a professional and courteous approach when dealing with customers, colleagues, and management

Essential Skills:

To be successful as an HGV Class 1 Driver, you will need:

• A valid UK Category C+E Driving Licence
• A valid Driver CPC / DQC
• A valid Digital Tachograph Card
• New pass accepted
• Applicants must be over 25 years old due to insurance requirements
• Good knowledge of UK roads and major routes
• Good understanding of the Highway Code and applicable vehicle speed limits
• Good knowledge of drivers’ hours, tachograph regulations, and the Working Time Directive
• Experience of manually loading, unloading, and securing freight
• A reliable, professional, and safety-conscious approach to work

The following are considered unacceptable:

• Drink or drug-related endorsements within the past 10 years
• Any driving disqualifications within the past five years
• Any licence codes beginning with IN, CD, DD, DR, or BA

Training:

• Required CAA training following satisfactory background checks
• Ongoing support within a professional transport environment

Apply:

If you are interested in this opportunity as an HGV Class 1 Driver, please apply today and a member of our recruitment team will be in touch.

People Solutions do not charge candidates any fees or request deposits at any stage of the recruitment process