HGV Class 1 Driver

Job description

HGV Class 1 Skip Driver

Location: Barnsley

Hours:(Monday to Friday) ongoing work
Start Times: Typically, between 2:00am and 5:00am (depending on site requirements)

Salary: £18ph

Overtime: Anything over 40 hours per week paid at time and a half

About the Role:

We are currently seeking a Class 1 HGV Driver operating Skip Wagons to join our client on an ongoing basis located in Barnsley. This role is ideal for a driver who enjoys variety in their work and is happy to work flexible hours.

You will be responsible for carrying out skip exchanges and collections at various sites. Start times and daily hours will vary depending on site opening hours and the number of exchange requests.

Key responsibilities:

• Carry out skip deliveries, collections, and exchanges
• Ensure safe and efficient loading/unloading of skips using hooks and chains
• Carry out daily vehicle checks and report any defects
• Communicate effectively with the transport manager and site staff
• Adhere to all health, safety, and road regulations

What we are looking for:

• Valid Class 1 (C+E) licence
• Valid CPC and Tacho Card
• Experience with skips (hooks and chains) preferred
• Experience driving rigids and drawbar trailers preferred
• Flexibility with start times and working hours

Why work for Driver Hire:

Driver Hire Doncaster is part of Driver Hire Nationwide, the UKs largest specialist transport and logistics recruiter. We provide regular, ongoing and varied work from multiple clients across Doncaster & Barnsley and surrounding areas but its more than just a job with us. We treat you as a true professional and offer a warm and friendly place to work. Were proud of the fact that in our latest satisfaction survey (December 2022), 97% of candidates said they were proud to work for Driver Hire, 97% rated the level of respect received as Excellent/Good and nearly two thirds (67%) said they would definitely recommend working for us.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Barnsley

Type of Contract

Temporary full-time jobs

Salary indication

£18.00 Per Hour

Published at

29-04-2026

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