HGV Class 1 Driver

Job description

HGV Class 1 Driver – Coventry, West Midlands
ONGOING WORK – IMMEDIATE STARTS – GREAT RATES OF PAY – NO HANDBALL REQUIRED
People Solutions are currently recruiting for an HGV Class 1 Driver to join our well-established client based in Coventry, West Midlands . This is a fantastic opportunity offering excellent rates of pay, no handball work , paid breaks , ongoing work and genuine opportunities for long-term employment.
This role would suit candidates with experience as an HGV Class 1 Driver , LGV Class 1 Driver , Category CE Driver , Articulated Lorry Driver or Class 1 Delivery Driver .
Shifts

• Monday to Friday
• AM starts between 00:00 – 04:00 or PM starts between 14:00 – 18:00
• Regular weekend overtime available
• Long shifts available to maximise earnings

Rates of Pay
AM Shifts

• £17.86 per hour
• £22.33 per hour after 9 hours
• £35.73 per hour on the sixth shift

PM Shifts

• £19.05 per hour
• £23.81 per hour after 9 hours
• £38.11 per hour on the sixth shift

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

• No handball – clean curtain-sider work
• Paid breaks
• Weekly pay
• Ongoing, full-time work
• Immediate starts available
• Regular overtime and sixth shift opportunities
• On-site canteen and facilities
• Potential for permanent opportunities

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

• RDC Trunking and brewery deliveries using curtain-sider trailers
• No handball required
• Completing vehicle checks before and after each shift
• Ensuring loads are secure and compliant
• Following delivery schedules and routes efficiently
• Adhering to all road traffic legislation and company procedures

Essential Skills
To be successful in this role, you will need:

• Valid UK Category CE (Class 1) Driving Licence
• Minimum 12 months' Class 1 driving experience
• Valid CPC Card and Digital Tachograph Card
• No more than six penalty points for minor offences

Desirable Experience

• Previous RDC delivery experience
• Curtain-sider experience

Training Provided

• Driver assessment required prior to start
• One-day paid induction
• Ongoing support and development

Apply: If you are interested in this opportunity as an HGV Class 1 Driver, click 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

Binley

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

18-10-2026

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