HGV Class 1 Driver

Job description

HGV Class 1 Driver - Aston, West Midlands

People Solutions are currently recruiting for an HGV Class 1 Driver to join our well-established client based in Aston, West Midlands.

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

This position is ideal for applicants looking for a role as an LGV Class 1 Driver, Category C+E Driver, or Articulated Lorry Driver.

Rates of Pay:

• Days (06:00 - 18:00) - £17.50 per hour
• Nights (18:00 - 06:00) - £18.50 per hour
• Saturday - £20.00 per hour
• Sunday - £21.50 per hour

Shift Pattern:

• Monday to Sunday
• 5 days out of 7

Benefits:

Your benefits as an HGV Class 1 Driver are:

• Ongoing work
• Weekly pay
• On-site canteen
• Immediate starts available
• Employee well-being programme

Day-to-Day Duties:

As an HGV Class 1 Driver, you will work:

• Completing refrigerated deliveries with a maximum of three store deliveries per shift
• Operating and driving Class 1 vehicles safely and efficiently to and from delivery locations
• Performing pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections
• Ensuring all cargo is loaded and secured correctly
• Adhering to all traffic laws and regulations
• Communicating effectively with dispatch teams and customers
• Reporting vehicle defects and maintenance requirements
• Assisting with loading and unloading where required
• Completing deliveries with no handball involved

Essential Skills:

To be successful as an HGV Class 1 Driver, you will need:

• A valid UK Category C+E Licence
• A minimum of 12 months' experience driving Category C+E vehicles
• No more than six penalty points for minor infringements and no major endorsement codes
• A valid Driver CPC Card
• A valid Digital Tachograph Card
• Good spoken and written English
• Excellent punctuality and timekeeping skills
• A solid understanding of traffic laws and regulations
• Effective communication skills

Desirable Experience:

• Previous commercial driving experience
• Previous multi-drop delivery experience

Training:

• Industry-related training provided
• Ongoing support throughout your assignment

Apply:

If you are interested in this opportunity as an HGV Class 1 Driver, please apply today and a member of our recruitment team will be in touch.

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

Sidemoor

Type of Contract

Temporary full-time jobs

Salary indication

Between £17.00 and £21.00 Per Hour

Published at

05-08-2026

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