HGV Class 1 Driver

Job description

HGV Class 1 Driver – Solihull

People Solutions are currently recruiting for a HGV Class 1 Driver – Solihull to join our well-established client based in Solihull, West Midlands.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work for a well-known supplier of household goods with plenty of ongoing work available.

Shifts:

 • Monday to Friday: start times between 03:00 and 06:00
 • Weekend availability if required

Rates of Pay:

 • Monday to Friday – £17.00 per hour
 • Saturday – £18.00 per hour
 • Sunday – £19.00 per hour

Benefits:

Your benefits as a HGV Class 1 Driver are:

 • Excellent hourly rates
 • Ongoing work
 • Weekly pay
 • Overtime available
 • On-site canteen, vending machines, and pool tables
 • Training provided
 • Temporary to permanent opportunities
 • Immediate starts available
 • Early finish on Fridays
 • No weekend working required
 • Employee well-being programme

Day-to-Day Duties:

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

 • Operating and driving Category CE vehicles safely and efficiently to and from delivery locations
 • Carrying out pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections
 • Ensuring all cargo is loaded and secured correctly
 • Adhering to all traffic laws and transport regulations
 • Communicating effectively with dispatch and customers
 • Maintaining accurate records of shipments, mileage, and fuel usage
 • Reporting any vehicle defects or maintenance requirements to management
 • Assisting with loading and unloading of cargo when required

Essential Skills

As a HGV Class 1 Driver, you will need:

 • Valid UK Category CE driving licence
 • Minimum of twelve months Category CE driving experience
 • No more than six penalty points (no major endorsements)
 • Valid UK Driver CPC Card and Digital Tachograph Card
 • Good level of spoken and written English
 • Experience operating various trailer types
 • Reliable, punctual, and professional attitude
 • Excellent communication skills
 • Flexibility to work overtime when required
 • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

Desirable Experience

 • Previous commercial driving experience across multiple vehicle types

Training Provided

 • Industry-related training and ongoing support provided throughout your assignment

Apply

If you are ready to take on this exciting opportunity as a HGV Class 1 Driver, apply today by clicking the link below or contact our recruitment team to find out more.

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

Sheldon

Type of Contract

Temporary full-time jobs

Salary indication

Between £17.00 and £19.00 Per Hour

Published at

02-04-2026

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