HGV Class 1 Driver

Job description

HGV Class 1 Driver – Birmingham, West Midlands - £17.12–£34.24 Per Hour | No Handball | Depot-to-Depot Trunking | Weekly Pay | Ongoing Work | Immediate Starts | Temp to Perm
People Solutions are currently recruiting for HGV Class 1 Drivers to join our well-established client based in Birmingham, West Midlands .
This is a fantastic opportunity offering excellent rates of pay, depot-to-depot trunking with no handball, ongoing work, immediate starts and the potential to secure a permanent position.
This position is ideal for applicants who have previously worked as an HGV Class 1 Driver, LGV Class 1 Driver, Category CE Driver, Articulated Lorry Driver or Class 1 Delivery Driver.
Shifts

• Start times between 11:00am and 5:00pm
• Week 1: Sunday to Friday
• Week 2: Monday to Friday
• Rotating two-week working pattern

Rates of Pay

• £17.12 per hour – Basic rate (6:00am–10:00pm)
• £22.78 per hour – Night premium rate (10:00pm–6:00am)
• £34.24 per hour – Sunday rate
• Weekly pay

Benefits
As an HGV Class 1 Driver, you will receive:

• No handball – clean depot-to-depot trunking work
• Excellent hourly rates of pay
• Weekly pay
• Ongoing, full-time work
• Immediate starts available
• On-site canteen and facilities
• Potential temporary-to-permanent opportunities

Day-to-Day Duties
As an HGV Class 1 Driver, your duties will include:

• Completing depot-to-depot trunking deliveries
• Driving HGV Class 1 articulated vehicles safely and efficiently
• Carrying out vehicle checks before and after each shift
• Ensuring loads are secure and compliant
• Following delivery schedules and planned routes
• Adhering to road traffic legislation and company procedures
• Completing all duties without handball requirements

Essential Skills

• Valid UK Category CE (Class 1) Driving Licence
• Minimum 12 months' HGV Class 1 driving experience
• Valid Driver CPC Card
• Valid Digital Tachograph Card
• No more than six penalty points for minor offences
• Reliable and professional approach to work
• Ability to follow delivery schedules and safety procedures

Desirable Experience
• Previous HGV Cla...

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Birmingham

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

17-10-2026

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