Class 1 Driver

The Recruitment Crowd are currently recruiting on behalf of our well known and industry-leading client based in the Rugby area. We are looking for multiple HGV Class 1 Drivers (CAT C+E) to join the team. This is also a fantastic opportunity for new pass drivers as full training is offered to prepare new drivers for the assessment.

Hours: Afternoons or nights across Monday to Sunday with various start times available, average shift length of 12 hours.

Pay Rates:

Afternoons - Monday to Saturday - £16.50 / Sunday £18.50 (PAYE).

Nights - Monday to Saturday - £16.75 / Sunday £18.75 (PAYE).

Location: Rugby, CV23.

Job Type: Long term ongoing.

The role:

· Trunking between depots, ensuring timely and safe delivery of parcels.

· Collect parcels from well-known customers, including full trailer collections, drop and swap operations.

· Handle occasional push roller cages as needed, assisting sites with movement when required.

· Reversing in the yard and manoeuvring vehicles with precision, including shunting duties when required.

· Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections of assigned vehicle, ensuring roadworthiness and compliance with company standards.

· Adhere to all relevant traffic laws, regulations, and company policies to maintain a high level of safety on the road.

· Effectively communicate with dispatch and logistics teams to ensure timely deliveries and pickups.

Requirements:

· Full UK driving licence with Class 1 entitlement (category C+E).

· Valid and in date DCPC and Digital Tachograph card.

· No more than 6 points on licence (minor offences only).

· Successful completion of assessment, including theory element which is two questionnaires based on drivers' hours and road laws and a practical element which will be based on yard reversing and a short driving test.

· Full understanding of WTD legislation.

· Excellent communication skills.

· A safety-first mindset.

Benefits:

· Full training and support for new pass drivers.

· Guaranteed work all year round.

· Choose your own shifts, with shifts to suit all availabilities.

· Clinic days on-site to support drivers with training and areas they require support.

· Onsite recruitment team for day to day assistance.

For more information, please apply directly with a copy of your CV today and a member of our team will be in touch!