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Class 1 Driver

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Posted 3 days ago, valid for 7 days
Location

Salford, Greater Manchester M6 5BR

Salary

£25,000 - £30,000 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

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  • Experienced Class 1 HGV drivers are required for a peak contract in Manchester/Worsley, working for a major UK mail distributor.
  • Candidates must have a valid Class 1 (C+E) HGV Licence and at least 12 months of HGV driving experience.
  • Shift patterns are flexible, with average shifts lasting approximately 10-12 hours, starting between 20:30 and 22:30, from Monday to Friday.
  • Shift rates vary, with nights earning £175 per shift and Sundays earning up to £246 per shift, including holiday pay.
  • The role offers benefits such as a full contract of employment, pension options, and dedicated consultant support throughout the employment period.

EXPERIENCED CLASS 1 HGV DRIVERS REQUIRED FOR PEAK CONTRACTLocation: MANCHESTER / WORSLEYOur client, based in Manchester, is looking for experienced class 1 drivers for their peak contract. Every year they work on behalf of the UKs biggest mail distributor working in partnership to move trailers around the UK.The working patterns are flexible and we welcome full time and part time drivers.Monday to Friday20:30 and 22:30 start timesTHE JOBThis job requires the driver to pass a short induction / driving assessment.The job involves trunking trailers around key customer hub depots around the UK.Average shift length is approx 10-12 hours per dayShift Rates (Without Holiday Pay Included)- Nights - £175 per shift- Saturday - £210 per shift- Sunday - £220 per shiftShift Rates (With Holiday Pay Included)- Nights - £196 per shift- Saturday - £235 per shift- Sunday - £246 per shiftWHAT WE LOOK FOR IN A DRIVER:- We are looking for committed drivers looking for ongoing work.- Must have a valid Class 1 (C+E) HGV Licence.- For Insurance purposes you will need to have no more than 3 minor points on your licence.- For Insurance purposes you will need to have 12 months HGV Driving experienceWHY TEMP WITH SEARCH?- Search Drivers receive many benefits including:- Uniform & introduction Driver pack (High Viz, Clipboard, stationary)- Search Drivers will receive a full contract of employment- Flexible option to "bank" their holiday pay OR Add it to your hourly rate- Pension with Nest PensionsThe search driving team has got over 15 years experience, winning awards yearly. You will have one experienced consultant assigned to you - Your consultant will be on call 24/7 directly to them. With our unique interview process we will be sure to match you to the right position. We will keep you updated on all new and changing driving laws and regulations. Being a temp driver can help work around your lifestyle and give you the flexibility you want. Our consultants are also knowledgeable in their field and are CPC National and International Certified.

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age

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