About the Role
The Class 1 Driver - Belfast position, based in Newtownabbey, offers full-time, temporary work with Pertemps Royal Mail. Pay ranges from £21.44 to £24.57 per hour, reflecting the value placed on skilled C+E licence holders. This role involves trunking runs between Royal Mail depots, moving mail and parcels across the network without any handballing. Drivers follow planned routes, focusing purely on safe, professional operation of the vehicle. A variety of morning, evening, and weekend shifts are available, providing flexibility across the working week. Candidates should possess a valid Class 1 licence and a strong commitment to safety and reliability. This is a straightforward driving position for those seeking consistent, ongoing assignments with a prominent logistics employer.
HGV Driver (Class 1 / C+E)
Location: Belfast
Pay: Up to £24.57 per hour
Contract: Temporary / Ongoing
Step into a key role with one of the UK’s most trusted logistics organisations — Royal Mail. We’re looking for safety‑focused HGV / LGV / Class 1 (C+E) drivers to support nationwide operations and keep the country moving. If you’re an experienced driver who values professionalism and reliability, this is a great opportunity to secure ongoing work with a leading employer.
The Role
You’ll carry out trunking runs between Royal Mail depots, transporting mail and parcels across the network. No handballing — just clean, organised, professional driving on planned routes. A variety of morning, evening and weekend shifts are available.
Key Responsibilities
- Transport mail and parcels between Royal Mail sites
- Complete daily vehicle checks and maintain high safety standards
- Follow planned routes and scheduled delivery times
- Represent Royal Mail with professionalism at all times
What We’re Looking For
- Valid HGV Class 1 / C+E licence held for 1+ years
- CPC and Digital Tachograph Card
- Strong awareness of road safety and compliance
- 180+ days of Class 1 driving in the last 12 months
- Maximum 6 penalty points
- Ability to pass driver vetting and a DBS check
What You’ll Receive
- Excellent pay: £21.44 –£24.57 per hour (shift dependent)
- Guaranteed minimum daily hours
- Weekly pay, accrued holiday pay & pension (PAYE)
- Opportunity to secure a preferred shift pattern after assessment
- Onsite parking and canteen facilities
- Support from a dedicated onsite Pertemps team
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