HGV Class 1 Driver

HGV Class 1 Driver – Castle Donington People Solutions are currently recruiting for an HGV Class 1 Driver to join our well-established client based in Castle Donington . This is a fantastic opportunity offering excellent rates of pay, consistent ongoing work and long-term opportunities with the potential to secure a permanent position. This role would suit candidates with experience as an HGV Class 1 Driver , LGV Class 1 Driver , Category CE Driver or Articulated Lorry Driver .

Shifts
• Thursday to Monday
• Start times between 05:00 and 07:00 Rates of Pay
• Weekdays: £17.00 per hour
• Saturday: £18.00 per hour
• Sunday: £19.00 per hour Benefits As an HGV Class 1 Driver , you will receive:
• Weekly pay
• Ongoing long-term work
• Permanent opportunities available for the right candidates
• On-site canteen facilities
• Secure on-site parking
• Overtime available
• Modern twenty-three plate vehicles
• Thirty-three days' holiday once permanent (aligned with factory shutdowns)
• Excellent rates of pay
• On-site Mental Health First Aiders Day-to-Day Duties As an HGV Class 1 Driver , your duties will include (but are not limited to):
• Safely operating Category CE vehicles completing cross-country runs
• Operating curtain-sider trailers and securing loads correctly, including awkward loads
• Making timely deliveries to various destinations
• Communicating effectively with the transport team
• Adhering to company policies, procedures and health and safety regulations
• Ensuring full compliance with driving laws and Working Time Directive regulations Essential Skills As an HGV Class 1 Driver , you will need:
• Valid UK Category CE Driving Licence
• Valid UK CPC Card and Digital Tachograph Card
• Minimum of six months' continuous Class 1 driving experience
• No more than six penalty points for minor infringements
• No major endorsement codes
• Excellent communication and time management skills
• Professional and reliable attitude

Desirable Experience
• Experience securing and strapping abnormal loads
• Experience manoeuvring within tight delivery depots Training Provided
• Driving assessment required prior to start
• Three-day paid company induction programme
• Full industry-related training and ongoing support Apply If you are ready to take on this opportunity as an HGV Class 1 Driver, apply today by clicking below. People Solutions do not charge candidates any fees or request deposits at any stage of the recruitment process.