HGV Class 1 Driver

Job description

HGV Class 1 Driver (Trunking) - Heysham, Lancashire

People Solutions are currently recruiting for an HGV Class 1 Driver (Trunking) to join our well-established client based in Heysham, Lancashire on a full-time ongoing basis.

This is a fantastic opportunity offering up to £18.50 per hour, ongoing work, and immediate starts available with a leading logistics operation.

This would suit applicants who have worked as an LGV Class 1 Driver, Category CE Driver or Articulated Lorry Driver.

Rates of Pay:

• £18.50 per hour (Nights)
• Weekly pay

Shift Pattern:

• Monday to Friday
• Trunking runs
• PM starts between 17:00 and 20:00
• Ongoing assignments
• Immediate starts available

Benefits:

Your benefits as an HGV Class 1 Driver are:

• Excellent hourly rates of pay
• Weekly pay
• Ongoing work
• Overtime opportunities
• Site canteen
• Immediate starts available
• Employee wellbeing programme
• Driver assessment and paid induction
• Industry-related training and ongoing support throughout your assignment
• Genuine long-term opportunities with a leading logistics business

Day-to-Day Duties:

Your duties as an HGV Class 1 Driver are:

• Completing trunking depot-to-depot deliveries
• Operating Category CE vehicles safely and efficiently
• Carrying out pre- and post-journey vehicle inspections
• Ensuring all loads are secure and compliant with transport regulations
• Adhering to all road traffic legislation and company procedures
• Communicating effectively with the transport office and customers
• Reporting any vehicle defects or maintenance requirements promptly
• Assisting with loading and unloading when required

Essential Skills:

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

• A valid UK Category CE Driving Licence
• A minimum of six months' Category CE driving experience
• A valid Driver CPC Qualification Card
• A valid Digital Tachograph Card
• No more than six penalty points for minor offences
• No DR10, DG10, IN10 or TT99 endorsement codes
• Excellent punctuality and timekeeping
• A good understanding of UK road traffic legislation
• Strong communication skills

Training:

• One-day paid induction following a successful assessment
• Industry-related training
• Ongoing support throughout your assignment

Apply:

If you are interested in this role, 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

Heysham

Type of Contract

Temporary full-time jobs

Salary indication

£18.00 Per Hour

Published at

20-09-2026

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