Class 1 Driver

Job description

Plevin is a market leader in wood recycling and a manufacturer of animal bedding. We are a family run company with our own fleet of vehicles, that continually invests in new equipment.

If you think you are the right match for the following opportunity, apply after reading the complete description.
Due to business growth, we have several permanent opportunities for Class 1 Drivers to join our busy team at Hazlehead, Crow Edge, Near Penistone S36 4HG.(commutable for candidates living in Huddersfield, Holmfirth, Stocksbridge, Barnsley, Sheffield and surrounding areas).
The roles will involve working on a modern fleet of artic vehicles. (Class 1 licence required). Experience of working with walking floor trailersor curtain sided trailers is advantageous, although full training will be provided for suitable candidates.
As our Class 1 Driver you will be responsible for
Picking up and delivering materials throughout the UK.
Ensuring loads are transported securely and delivered accurately.
Carrying out daily vehicle checks and reporting any defects.
Completing all delivery paperwork and electronic records correctly.
Adhering to driver hours, tachograph, and health & safety regulations.
Maintaining a professional approach.
The available shift patterns are:
Day driver positions with early starts, average 55 hours per week including paid breaks. (The average hours are worked out over 10 week periods)
Monday to Friday £43,328.00 per annum
Tuesday to Saturday £44,565.95 per annum
Day driver positions with early starts, average 48 hours per week including paid breaks.(The average hours are worked out over 10 week periods)
Friday to Monday - £40,514.49 per annum
Nights Out Class 1 Driver positions with regular nights out and variable hours to meet customer requirements.£15.15 p/h, weekend rate £17.31 p/h, £26 overnight allowance (tax-free).
Tuesday to Saturday Nights Out expected earnings approx. £53.3k to £57.3k
Sunday to Thursday Nights Out expected earnings approx. £53.3k to £57.3k
If you are a Class 1 driver with a track record of providing safe, quality driving and excellent customer service, with at least 1 year of commercial driving experience, we will love to hear from you!
Benefits include:
Competitive salary
Modern vehicles - with comfortable facilities for drivers. Xohmjla
Uniform
DCPC training during your employment
Company pension scheme
Long Service awards
Refer a Friend recruitment scheme
Plevin is committed to equal opportunities and aims to be an equal opportunity employer.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Penistone

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

06-09-2026

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