HGV Driver Class 1

Job description

Position: HGV Driver Class 1 - Linehaul

ContractType:Permanent - 45 hours weekly

Location: Hounslow

Shift: Mon-Fri 18.00hrs - 04.00hrs

Salary: £42798.20 + Nights Uplift (50p per hour worked between 10pm and 6am) + London Weighting Allowance

Join the UK’s premier parcel delivery company

WhatYou’llDo:

You will drive a lorry from our exceptional fleet of Volvo vehicles, all less than 4 years old.They’rea joy to drive, and are equipped to a high specification, including fridges, leatherseatsand many more optional extras to make sureyou’recomfortable.

Most of our sites run from Monday to Friday, with 45 hour working weeks, and9-hourshifts per day which typically start at5/6pm. Our well-organised shift schedules mean you often know in advance whereyou’llbe driving, taking the stress out of your day.

Key Role Responsibilities

Wedon’tmicromanage our drivers. We trust them to get the job done and plan their own routes.This job involves trunking to regional hubs on the night shift. So, if you like the independence of being out on the open road for long stretches - but also want to be home again at the end of every 9-hour shift, this is the job for you.

You’llmake sure Cages, Pallets, Freight, Stillages and Yorks get to and from customers bang on time.At some sites, the goods will be loaded or unloaded for you - at others,you’llneed to do it yourself. Scanning consignments and driving pallet trucks will sometimes be part of your day.

You’llbe responsible forinspecting your vehicle and trailer every day and complete a Defect Report if necessary.

What We Can Offer You:

We’reproud to offer a workplace where everyone can thrive.Here’swhat you can expect:

• Annual Leave: At least 28 days of annual leave (including Bank Holidays).

• Career Progression

• Inclusive Benefits: Access to flexibleperksincluding shopping vouchers, insurance, and healthcare.

WhatWe’reLooking For

• Class 1 Driving licenceas a minimum

• Driver CPC qualification card

• Completed required DCPC training hours or be working towardsthem

• Excellent knowledge of Road Transport Laws - and commitment to safe use of the roads

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Greater London

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Salary indication

Between £42,798 and £52,000 Per Month

Published at

02-11-2026

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