Class 1 HGV Drivers; double-manned, night shift trunking

Class 1 HGV Drivers (double-manned, night shift trunking)

GLASGOW DEPOT

Northwards provides a high-quality freight and haulage service from/to our depots in Shetland, Orkney, Aberdeen, Inverness, Scrabster and Glasgow, and, through partner collaborations, throughout the UK and Europe.

We share a genuine commitment to putting customers first by providing on-time and reliable delivery of goods and equipment. Every member of our team has an important role to play in maintaining our standards and driving the business forward.

• 48 hours per week
• Friday to Monday Nights

We are currently recruiting for Class 1 HGV Drivers to be part of the double-manned night shift trunking team, based at our busy Cumbernauld depot.

About the role:

Our Class 1 HGV Drivers play a key role in the supply chain across Scotland. We support a broad customer base and transport various cargo such as plant and equipment, temperature-controlled goods and hazardous waste.

Reporting to the Depot Manager, our Class 1 HGV Drivers are predominantly responsible for the safe and efficient delivery of customer freight and trailers throughout Scotland. Key tasks include:

• Night trunking between the Cumbernauld depot and distribution centres.
• Making up a double-manned team with a co-driver to undertake double-manned driving.
• Ensuring the safe loading, securing and unloading of freight.
• Completing collection and delivery paperwork and following company procedures.
• Liaising with colleagues at the Transport Office to coordinate the movement of freight and trailers to locations within Scotland.
• Adhering to road and driving regulations.
• Conducting daily vehicle and trailer checks, ensuring that any defects found are reported accordingly.

Where applicable, opportunities for overtime may be available.

Key requirements:

• Valid Class 1 (C+E) HGV Driving Licence
• Up to date Driver’s CPC (Driver Certificate of Professional Competence)
• Comfortable with working night shifts and double-manning

At Northwards, we offer an attractive benefits package which includes:

• Competitive salary, leave provisions and pension scheme.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Development training
• Group life assurance

How to apply:

Please apply by emailing your CV and covering letter to  by 23.59 on 14th November 2025.

For an informal discussion about the role, please phone Allan McCready , Depot Manager on