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HGV Class 1 Driver

People Solutions
Posted 3 days ago, valid for a month
Location

Derby, Derbyshire DE65 5PY, England

Salary

£16.2 - £34 per hour

Contract type

Full Time

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  • People Solutions is seeking a Class 1 Driver for a position based in Foston, with start times between 04:00 - 09:00 or 15:00 - 21:00, Monday to Friday.
  • The role offers competitive pay ranging from £16.20 to £34.00 per hour, depending on the shift and overtime worked.
  • Candidates must have at least 12 months of experience driving CE vehicles and hold a valid UK Category CE Licence, CPC Card, and Digi Card.
  • Job responsibilities include trunking depot-to-depot, performing vehicle inspections, and ensuring cargo is loaded and secured properly.
  • This position provides ongoing work, weekly pay, and training opportunities, making it an excellent chance for career growth.

HGV CLASS 1 DRIVER

MONDAY – FRIDAY

START TIMES - 04:00 - 09:00 OR 15:00 - 21:00

£16.20 - £34.00 PER HOUR

People Solutions are currently recruiting for a Class 1 Driver to join our well-established client based in Foston.

This is a fantastic opportunity offering great rates of pay and room to grow and progress.

Benefits

As a Class 1 Driver you will receive the following benefits:

  • Excellent hourly rates
  • Ongoing work
  • Weekly pay
  • Training provided

Rates of Pay:

  • Days: £16.20 per hour
  • Nights: £17.50 per hour
  • Overtime after 9.5 hours: £20.00+ per hour
  • Sixth shift for days: £32.00 per hour
  • Sixth shift for nights: £34.00 per hour

Day to Day Duties

Your duties as a Class 1 Driver will involve but not be limited to:

  • Trunking depot-depot (2-3 runs)
  • No handball (working on curtain-side delivering alcohol products)
  • Operate and drive various Class 1 vehicles in a safe and efficient manner to and from delivery locations
  • Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections
  • Ensure all cargo is loaded and secured properly
  • Adhere to traffic laws and regulations
  • Communicate effectively with dispatch and customers
  • Report any vehicle defects or maintenance needs to management

Essential Skills

As a Class 1 Driver you will need to:

  • Hold a valid UK Category CE Licence
  • Have a minimum of 12 months experience driving CE vehicles
  • No more than six penalty points for minor infringements and no major endorsement codes
  • Have a valid UK CPC Card & UK Digi Card
  • Must be able to speak and read a good level of English
  • Punctuality and excellent time keeping skills
  • Have a good understanding of traffic laws and regulations
  • Effective communication skills

Desirable Experience

  • Experience driving any commercial vehicles would be beneficial
  • Previous experience of multi drop deliveries will be beneficial

Training

  • Driver's assessment will have to be completed
  • After successful assessment, there will be a one-day paid induction

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