HGV Class 1 Driver

Job description

Our blue chip client is looking for HGV1 Drivers to work out of their Wellingborough site, with an immediate start.

You will drive a lorry from their exceptional fleet of Volvo vehicles, all less than 4 years old.Theyrea joy to drive, and are equipped to a high specification, including fridges, leatherseatsand many more optional extras to make sureyourecomfortable.

The site run from Monday to Friday, with 45 hour working weeks, and 9-hour shifts per day which typically start at 7/8am. Well-organised shift schedules mean you often know in advance whereyoullbe driving, taking the stress out of your day.

Key Role Responsibilities

Wedontmicromanage our drivers. We trust them to get the job done and plan their own routes. The average number of stops in a shift is 4 to 6, sotheresplenty of time to enjoy being out on the open road - butyoullstill be home again at the end of every 9-hour shift.

Youllmake sure Cages, Pallets, Freight, Stillages and Yorks get to and from customers bang on time. At some sites, the goods will be loaded or unloaded for you - at others,youllneed to do it yourself. Scanning consignments and driving pallet trucks will sometimes be part of your day.

Youllbe responsible forinspecting your vehicle and trailer every day and complete a Defect Report if necessary.

WhatWereLooking For

• Class 1 Driving licence

• Driver CPC qualification card

• Excellent knowledge of Road Transport Laws - and commitment to safe use of the roads

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Wellingborough

Type of Contract

Temporary full-time jobs

Published at

22-06-2026

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