Job description
Class 1 HGV Driver – Days – £16.50 Per Hour – Leeds Immediate Starts | Monday to Friday | Ongoing Work | No Manual Handling
Recruit A Driver is recruiting experienced Class 1 (C+E) HGV Drivers for an ongoing day-shift opportunity with an established client in Leeds.
Offering £16.50 per hour, Monday-to-Friday work and typically 06:00 starts , this role is ideal for drivers looking for regular daytime driving work without the demands of manual handling.
About the Role You'll primarily be completing container movements and box swap work, supporting the client's day-to-day transport operations.
The work may also include occasional trunking or low multi-drop deliveries, depending on operational requirements.
Your duties will include:
Completing container movements and box swaps
Preparing trailers and containers for ongoing operations
Carrying out occasional trunking or low multi-drop work
Completing daily vehicle safety checks and reporting defects
Ensuring transport paperwork is completed accurately
Maintaining high standards of vehicle care and road safety
Complying with Driver Hours and Working Time Regulations
No manual handling is required.
Shift Details Location: Leeds
Pay: £16.50 per hour
Shift: Days
Working days: Monday to Friday
Start time: Typically 06:00
Job type: Ongoing work
Start date: Immediate starts available
Requirements Valid UK Class 1 (C+E) licence held for at least 2 years
Recent Class 1 driving experience
Valid Driver CPC qualification card
Valid digital tachograph card
Container experience preferred
Maximum 6 penalty points
No DD, DR or TT endorsements; other endorsement codes may be considered
Must be aged 25 or over for insurance purposes
Reliable, professional and safety-conscious approach
Container experience is preferred rather than essential , making this an opportunity worth considering if you have suitable Class 1 experience but have not previously driven containers.
Why Work With Recruit A Driver? Weekly pay
In-house payroll – no umbrella companies or hidden deductions
Friendly, supportive consultants who understand the transport industry
Clear communication and fast response times
Work with reputable, established clients
Extra information
- Status
- Open
- Education Level
- Secondary School
- Location
- Leeds
- Type of Contract
- Full-time jobs
- Published at
- 03-11-2026
- 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
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