£18 - £22 per hour
About the Role
The Class 1 Day Driver position in Burton Latimer involves operating HGV 1 (C E) vehicles to deliver products including crisps, spices, glass jars, and cleaning materials. This full-time contract role pays £18–£22 per hour and requires securing loads with straps. Shifts typically span 10–12 hours, starting between 05:00–07:00, with delivery routes across the North, West, and South. Drivers must occasionally use pump trucks for unloading, though no hand balling is needed at most sites. The role suits candidates with strong planning skills and a valid Class 1 licence, working within a seven-day operation that can accommodate Monday to Friday schedules.
HGV Class 1 Drivers
Location: Corby
Pay: £18.00 Days / £21 Sat / £22 Sun
The Role
- Average shift length: 10–12 hours
- 7-day operation - however the client can accomodate drivers looking for Monday to Friday!
- AM shifts: typically start between 05:00–07:00
North: Manchester/Wakefield/Scunthorpe/ Preston – Usually night drivers
West: South Wales
South: London (Outer)
Key Responsibilities
- Delivering a mixture of products such as crisps, spices, glass jars and cleaning products
- It is the driver’s responsibility to ensure to load is strapped securely, depending on the product
- Occasionally certain sites will require you to use pump truck to unload
- Most sites, no hand balling involved
- Safely operate and drive HGV 1 (C E) vehicles to transport goods to designated locations
- Plan routes and schedules to ensure timely deliveries
- Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections to ensure road worthiness
- Adhere to all relevant traffic laws and regulations
- Maintain accurate records of deliveries, mileage, and fuel consumption
- Communicate effectively with dispatchers and logistics team members
- Shifts are booked daily with shift confirmation times texted to you the day before
- No driving assessment on site, but paperwork to be complete before first shift
- Valid HGV 1 C E licence
- Up-to-date Tacho Digi Card and an up-to-date DCPC Card
- Min 10 months HGV Class 1 C E experience
- Strong understanding of road safety regulations
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- We will accept up to 6 points on your licence, but no DD, TT, DR, CD, IN endorsements.
- Free and secure parking on site
- Competitive hourly rate
- Flexible working patterns
- Supportive team and friendly working environment
If you are a skilled HGV Class 1 (C E) Driver looking for a rewarding job in the logistics industry, we'd love to hear from you.
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