HGV Class 1 Driver

Job description

Trainee HGV Class 1 Driver £13.50 per hour increasing to £18.00 per hour when fully trained | Bicester | Full-time
Are you an experienced 3.5T Driver looking to take the next step in your driving career?
We are currently recruiting for a 3.5T Driver to join a busy removals operation in Bicester , with a genuine opportunity to progress into HGV Class 1 driving .
You will initially work as a 3.5T Driver as part of a friendly and hardworking removals team. Following successful completion of your probationary period, the company will put you through your HGV Class 1 training , giving you the opportunity to progress into a fully trained Class 1 Driver.
Pay & Benefits £13.50 per hour starting rate

Progressing up to £18.00 per hour once fully trained on HGV Class 1

45 hours paid per week , although the average working week is around 40 hours

Typical working hours of approximately 07:30 – 16:30

HGV Class 1 training provided following successful probation

Permanent position

Opportunity for weekend overtime

Night shift opportunities once fully trained

Opportunity for European driving work once fully trained

The Role As a 3.5T Driver, you will work as part of a removals team, driving to customer locations and assisting with the safe loading, transportation and unloading of furniture and belongings.
The role involves:
Driving a 3.5T vehicle safely and responsibly

Loading and unloading furniture and customer belongings

Working closely with the removals team

Ensuring goods are handled carefully and securely

Delivering a professional service to customers

Assisting with general removals duties as required

Following successful completion of your probationary period, you will have the opportunity to begin your HGV Class 1 training and progress into a Class 1 driving role.
About You We are looking for someone who:
Holds a full UK driving licence

Has experience driving 3.5T vehicles

Is reliable, professional and hardworking

Works well as part of a team

Is comfortable with the physical nature of removals work

Has good customer service skills

Is keen to develop their career and progress into HGV Class 1 driving

Previous removals experience is beneficial but not essential.
Interviews are available immediately.
If you're looking for a role that can give you a clear route from 3.5T driving into HGV Class 1 , apply today.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Bicester

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

28-10-2026

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