HGV Class 1 Driver

Job Title:

HGV Class 1 Driver

Location:

Walthamstow

Employment Type:

Ongoing, Tem to Perm Available    Salary Detail:
Exactly: 19.22 per hour

Job Description    We are currently recruiting experienced  HGV Class 1 Driver (s) (C+E) to support our clients busy bakery distribution centre in  Walthamstow . This role involves a mix of depot transfers and deliveries to RDCs and major supermarkets. This is  not trunking-only   manual handling of full and empty bread baskets is required.
You will be operating  barn-door vehicles , using  tail lifts , and expected to conduct  daily tacho downloads  and maintain vehicle safety standards at all times.

Shifts:

7-day operation (Monday to Sunday)   AM shifts: 01:00  04:00 start   PM shifts: 15:00  19:00 start (most in demand)   Occasional midnight starts (00:30)

Start Date:

Immediate upon assessment and induction  Minimum Shift Pay:  8 hours guaranteed  Average Shift Duration:  Up to 12 hours

Key Responsibilities     Multi-drop deliveries to RDCs and large retailers (e.g. Lidl, Aldi, Tesco, Sainsburys)
Trunking between depots:
Stevenage, Stoke, West Bromwich, Southampton
Use of  double decker trailers  (training provided if needed)
Manual handling: pushing/pulling wheeled dollies of trays
Use of  PDA devices  to record deliveries and track schedules
Conducting pre- and post-trip vehicle checks and tacho compliance
Requirements     Valid  UK HGV Class 1 driver (C+E) licence
Minimum 12 months recent Class 1 experience
Valid  CPC and Digital Tacho Card
Max 6 penalty points (minor only  no DR, IN, or DD codes)
Physically fit  and comfortable with manual duties
Safety boots, gloves, and high-vis are mandatory
Must complete  manual tacho entries  and comply with WTD
Induction & Assessment:
Paid induction (8 hours) and unpaid assessment (2 hours)
Includes written test, vehicle check, and 12 days of shadowing
Candidates must carry a valid  Site Passport Card  (REC Source to issue)
Failed assessments = 3-month wait before re-attempt (flexible case-by-case)
Benefits     Weekly pay via clocking system
On-site canteen and parking
Paid breaks and fair shift planning
Minimum 4 shifts per week (where possible)
Ongoing availability with option for Temp-to-Perm
Pay Rates    PAYE: £19.22 per hour + Holiday

How To Apply

If you meet the above requirements and are ready to take on this exciting opportunity, we want to hear from you!

To apply , you will need to click apply, or one of our Account Managers will provide a link which will redirect you to our platform, QBIS, and choose one of the following options:
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Our Commitment    REC Source is committed to providing equal opportunities for all. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences. Our mission is to create a supportive workplace for everyone.
About Us     REC Source is a specialist recruitment agency providing tailored staffing solutions in the driving and industrial sectors.
We focus on compliance, efficiency, and candidate satisfaction, ensuring a smooth recruitment process for both clients and job seekers.