HGV Class 1 Container Driver

Job description

Position: HGV 1 Container Driver

Location: Grays

Pay: £18.00 per hour

Shift: 06:00 to finish

About Us

At DriverForce UK, we specialise in providing reliable driving and logistics professionals to reputable clients across the UK. We are currently recruiting for an experienced HGV Class Container Driver to join our client in Grays on an ongoing temporary basis, offering consistent work, competitive pay, and a supportive working environment.

Benefits

Enjoy a role that offers excellent earning potential, a great work-life balance, and ongoing opportunities.

Monday to Friday working pattern

Minimum of 10 hours paid per shift

Ongoing temporary work with consistent hours

Opportunity to work with a well-established and professional team

About the Role

As a HGV Class 1 Container Driver, your role will include

Carry out daily vehicle safety inspections, completing required paperwork and reporting any defects

Transporting containers to and from London Gateway and surrounding area

Ensuring all deliveries are completed safely and on time

Complying with all relevant driving rules and regulations including WTD and tachograph rules

Maintaining a high level of customer service at all drop off / collection points

About You

We're looking for a reliable and safety-conscious driver with the right experience and a strong work ethic.

Hold a valid Category C+E (Class 1) HGV licence

Hold valid London Gateway card

Have container experience

Have a minimum of 2 years' HGV Class 1 driving experience

Hold a valid Driver CPC qualification & Digital tacho card

Demonstrate excellent awareness of road safety and teamwork

Max 6 points on you licence

Available for ongoing temporary work

Next Steps

If you're an experienced HGV Class 1 Container Driver looking for ongoing work with competitive pay, we'd love to hear from you.

Submit your application with your up-to-date CV

Ensure your driving licence and CPC details are current

Successful applicants will be contacted by our recruitment team

Be prepared to discuss your previous driving experience

Immediate starts may be available for suitable candidates

DriverForce UK Ltd is acting as an Employment Business for this vacancy

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Grays

Type of Contract

Temporary full-time jobs

Salary indication

£18.00 Per Hour

Published at

13-08-2026

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