HGV Class 1 Driver

Job description

Job Description

HGV Class 1 Driver - Aston, West Midlands

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

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

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

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Rates of Pay:

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• Days (06:00 - 18:00) - £17.50 per hour

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• Nights (18:00 - 06:00) - £18.50 per hour

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• Saturday - £20.00 per hour

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• Sunday - £21.50 per hour

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Shift Pattern:

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• Monday to Sunday

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• 5 days out of 7

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Benefits:

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Your benefits as an HGV Class 1 Driver are:

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• Ongoing work

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• Weekly pay

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• On-site canteen

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• Immediate starts available

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• Employee well-being programme

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Day-to-Day Duties:

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As an HGV Class 1 Driver, you will work:

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• Completing refrigerated deliveries with a maximum of three store deliveries per shift

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• Operating and driving Class 1 vehicles safely and efficiently to and from delivery locations

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• Performing pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections

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• Ensuring all cargo is loaded and secured correctly

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• Adhering to all traffic laws and regulations

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• Communicating effectively with dispatch teams and customers

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• Reporting vehicle defects and maintenance requirements

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• Assisting with loading and unloading where required

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• Completing deliveries with no handball involved

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Essential Skills:

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

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• A valid UK Category C+E Licence

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• A minimum of 12 months' experience driving Category C+E vehicles

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• No more than six penalty points for minor infringements and no major endorsement codes

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• A valid Driver CPC Card

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• A valid Digital Tachograph Card

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• Good spoken and written English

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• Excellent punctuality and timekeeping skills

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• A solid understanding of traffic laws and regulations

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• Effective communication skills

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Desirable Experience:

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• Previous commercial driving experience

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• Previous multi-drop delivery experience

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Training:

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• Industry-related training provided

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• Ongoing support throughout your assignment

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Apply:

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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.

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People Solutions do not charge candidates any fees or request deposits at any stage of the recruitment process

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Worcester

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

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