HGV Class 1 Driver

Job description

HGV Class 1 Driver – Coventry, West Midlands –

ONGOING WORK – IMMEDIATE STARTS – GREAT RATES OF PAY

People Solutions are currently recruiting for an HGV Class 1 Driver to join our well-established client based in Coventry, West Midlands. This is a fantastic opportunity offering excellent rates of pay, no handball work, paid breaks, ongoing work and genuine opportunities for long-term employment.

This role would suit candidates with experience as an HGV Class 1 Driver, LGV Class 1 Driver, Category CE Driver, Articulated Lorry Driver or Class 1 Delivery Driver.

Shifts

 • Monday to Friday
• AM starts between 00:00 – 04:00 or PM starts between 13:00 – 21:00
• Regular weekend overtime available
• Long shifts available to maximise earnings

Rates of Pay

AM Shifts

 • £17.86 per hour
• £22.33 per hour after 9 hours
• £35.73 per hour on the sixth shift

PM Shifts

 • £19.05 per hour
• £23.81 per hour after 9 hours
• £38.11 per hour on the sixth shift

Benefits

As an HGV Class 1 Driver, you will receive:

 • No handball – clean curtain-sider work
• Paid breaks
• Weekly pay
• Ongoing, full-time work
• Immediate starts available
• Regular overtime and sixth shift opportunities
• Well-maintained modern fleet
• On-site canteen and facilities
• Supportive transport team
• Potential for permanent opportunities

Day-to-Day Duties

As an HGV Class 1 Driver, your duties will include:

 • Completing RDC and brewery deliveries using curtain-sider vehicles
• No handball required
• Completing vehicle checks before and after each shift
• Ensuring loads are secure and compliant
• Following delivery schedules and routes efficiently
• Adhering to all road traffic legislation and company procedures

Essential Skills

To be successful in this role, you will need:

 • Valid UK Category CE (Class 1) Driving Licence
• Minimum twelve months' Class 1 driving experience
• Valid CPC Card and Digital Tachograph Card
• No more than six penalty points for minor offences
• Good communication skills
• Professional and reliable approach to work

Desirable Experience

 • Previous RDC delivery experience
• Curtain-sider experience
• Brewery or multi-drop experience would be advantageous

Training Provided

 • Driver assessment required prior to start
• One-day paid induction
• Ongoing support and development

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Coventry

Type of Contract

Temporary full-time jobs

Salary indication

Between £17.00 and £38.00 Per Hour

Published at

25-08-2026

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