Class 1 Driver

Job Title: Class 1 Driver 
Location: Birtley 
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Pay Rate: £16.25phr rising to  £17.10 per hour when full time
Start Date: ASAP

Edge Staffing is currently recruiting for a reliable and experienced Class 1 Driver  on behalf of our client.This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established logistics operation offering consistent hours, competitive pay, and long-term stability.

Schedule & Shift Pattern

• Start Times: Between 15:00 and 19:00

• Shift Pattern: Rolling 2-week rota

• Shifts: 10-hour shifts, Monday to Friday

• No weekends required

• Night shift role

• Applicants must be flexible, with occasional early starts based on operational needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform local self-loading collections prior to trunking.

• Ensure accurate completion of all delivery and collection notes.

• Maintain a clean and tidy working environment (vehicle and loading area).

• Plan routes efficiently to meet delivery times.

• Load and unload roll cages and pallets as required.

• Work flexibly to accommodate varying job requirements.

Requirements

• Class 1 licence  (held for 2+ years for insurance purposes).

• Valid digital tachograph card and CPC card.

• Maximum of 6 penalty points on driving licence.

• Confident with self-loading and unloading throughout the shift.

Benefits

• Monthly pay schedule when full time

• Loyalty bonus when full time

• 28 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays)

• Long-term and stable opportunity with an established company

If interested please submit your CV and a member of the team will be in touch