HGV Class 1 Driver

Job description

HGV Class 1 Driver – Raunds, Northamptonshire

People Solutions are currently recruiting for an HGV Class 1 Driver to join our well-established client based in Raunds, Northamptonshire. This is a fantastic opportunity offering excellent rates of pay, ongoing work, and genuine opportunities for long-term progression, including temp-to-perm.

Shifts

  •  Days – Monday – Friday
    – Start times between 04:00–07:00 or 12:00–16:00
  •  Nights – Monday – Friday
    – Start times between 17:00–21:00

Rates of Pay

Days

  •  £16.75 per hour (basic)
  •  £22.28 per hour (overtime after 9 hours)

Nights

  •  £17.75 per hour (basic)
  •  £23.61 per hour (overtime after 9 hours)

Benefits

As an HGV Class 1 Driver, you will receive:

  •  Excellent hourly rates
  •  Ongoing work
  •  Weekly pay
  •  On-site canteen
  •  Training provided
  •  Genuine temp-to-perm opportunities
  •  Employee well-being programme

Day-to-Day Duties

As an HGV Class 1 Driver, your duties will include (but are not limited to):

  •  Depot-to-depot trunking routes and trailer swaps
  •  Carrying out pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections
  •  Ensuring all loads are secured safely and correctly
  •  Adhering to traffic laws, company procedures, and delivery schedules

Essential Skills

As an HGV Class 1 Driver, you will need:

  •  Valid UK Category C+E (Class 1) driving licence
  •  Minimum of 2 years' Class 1 (C+E) driving experience
  •  No more than six penalty points for minor infringements
  •  Valid UK CPC Card and Digital Tachograph Card
  •  Good spoken and written English

Desirable Experience

  •  Previous commercial driving experience

Training Provided

  •  Driver assessment required prior to start
  •  Industry-related training and ongoing support

Apply

If you are an experienced HGV Class 1 Driver looking for a stable role with excellent pay and long-term opportunities, apply today to be considered.

People Solutions do not charge candidates any fees or request deposits at any stage of the recruitment process.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Raunds

Type of Contract

Temporary full-time jobs

Salary indication

Between £16.00 and £23.00 Per Hour

Published at

30-03-2026

Profession type

Logistics jobs

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English