HGV Class 1 Driver

Job description

HGV Class 1 Driver – Northampton – Regular Work – Good Rates of Pay

People Solutions are currently recruiting for a HGV Class 1 Driver – Northampton, Northamptonshire . This is a fantastic opportunity offering excellent rates of pay and genuine room for growth and progression.

This role would also be suitable for candidates with experience as a LGV Class 1 Driver, CE Driver, or Class 1 HGV Driver.

Shifts

• Monday to Friday
• AM's Start times between 04:00 – 07:00
• PM's Start times between 17:00 – 20:00

Rates of Pay

• AM's Monday to Friday: £17.00 per hour
• PM's Monday to Friday: £18.00 per hour
• Saturday: £20.00 per hour
• Sunday: £22.00 per hour

Benefits

• Excellent hourly rates
• Ongoing work
• Weekly pay
• Training provided
• Immediate starts available
• Employee well-being programme

Day-to-Day Duties

• Class 1 curtain side deliveries (1-2 on average) or Trailer Swaps
• Manual work required with curtain-side trailers, including removing and placing safety bars
• Operating and driving Class 1 vehicles safely and efficiently
• Performing pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections
• Ensuring all cargo is loaded and secured correctly
• Adhering to all traffic laws and regulations

Essential Skills

• Valid UK Category CE licence
• Minimum 12 months' experience driving CE vehicles
• No more than 6 penalty points (minor infringements only)
• Valid UK CPC card and Digi card
• Good spoken and written English

Desirable Experience

• Experience driving commercial vehicles
• Experience of using LST Trailers

Training Provided

• Driving assessment must be passed
• Training provided

Apply:If you are ready to take on this exciting opportunity, 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

Great Houghton

Type of Contract

Temporary full-time jobs

Salary indication

Between £17.00 and £22.00 Per Hour

Published at

11-06-2026

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