7.5 Tonne Driver

Job description

HGV 7.5 Tonne Driver – Coalville

People Solutions are currently recruiting for an HGV 7.5 Tonne Driver to join our well-established client based in Coalville, Leicestershire.

This is a fantastic opportunity offering excellent rates of pay, ongoing work, and genuine opportunities for growth and progression within a busy transport operation.

This role would suit candidates with previous experience as an HGV 7.5 Tonne Driver, C1 Driver, Delivery Driver, Multi-Drop Driver, Van Driver, Commercial Driver, or LGV Driver.

Shifts

 • Monday to Friday
• Start times between 04:00 – 05:00
• Up to 12-hour shifts

Rates of Pay

 • £14.80 per hour

Benefits

As an HGV 7.5 Tonne Driver, you will receive:

 • Excellent hourly rates
• Weekly pay
• Ongoing work
• Immediate starts available
• Industry-related training and ongoing support throughout your assignment

Day-to-Day Duties

As an HGV 7.5 Tonne Driver, your duties will include:

 • Operating and driving 7.5 Tonne (Category C1) vehicles safely and efficiently
• Completing deliveries in line with planned routes and schedules
• Carrying out pre-use and post-use vehicle inspections
• Ensuring all loads are safe and secure before departure
• No heavy lifting involved
• Adhering to all road traffic legislation and transport regulations
• Communicating effectively with the transport office and customers
• Reporting vehicle defects or maintenance requirements promptly
• Ensuring all deliveries are completed safely and on time

Essential Skills

To be successful as an HGV 7.5 Tonne Driver, you will need:

 • A valid UK Category C1 Driving Licence
• A minimum of six months' Category C1 driving experience
• A valid CPC Qualification Card
• A valid Digital Tachograph Card
• No more than six penalty points for minor offences
• No major endorsement codes
• A good level of spoken and written English
• A strong understanding of road traffic legislation and vehicle safety
• Excellent punctuality, time management and communication skills

Desirable Experience

 • Previous commercial driving experience
• Multi-drop delivery experience
• Customer-facing delivery experience

Training Provided

 • Industry-related training and ongoing support throughout your assignment

Apply

If you are looking for ongoing work with excellent rates of pay and long-term opportunities, apply today by clicking the link below or contact our recruitment team for more information.

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

Grove Park

Type of Contract

Temporary full-time jobs

Salary indication

£14.00 Per Hour

Published at

22-07-2026

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