Class 1 Driver Nights
Listed on 2026-10-11
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Transportation
Truck Driver, Driver, Delivery, Transportation & Logistics
The Best Connection is currently recruiting for HGV Class 1 (CE) Night Drivers for an ongoing position with our prominent client based in Team Valley, Gateshead
.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced HGV Class 1 Night Driver looking for regular, ongoing work on a 4 on / 4 off shift pattern
, with competitive pay rates and a genuine temp-to-perm opportunity
.
HGV Class 1 Night Driving: Safely and efficiently completing trunking and transport duties during night-time hours.
Trunking: Completing planned trunking work between sites, with no requirement for multi-drop deliveries.
Shunting: Moving HGV vehicles and trailers around the client's secure site when required.
Vehicle safety: Completing vehicle checks and ensuring loads are transported safely and securely.
Ongoing work: This is an ongoing temporary position with the opportunity to become permanent for the right candidate.
Hours of Work- 4 on / 4 off shift pattern
- Night shift
- Regular, ongoing work
- Weekend and bank holiday working as part of the rota
- Monday to Friday: £17.43 per hour
- Monday to Friday after 8 hours: £18.45 per hour
- Saturday: £17.68 per hour
- Sunday: £19.48 per hour
- Bank Holidays: £21.52 per hour
Licence: A valid UK HGV Class 1 (Category CE) driving licence
.
CPC: A valid Driver CPC qualification.
Digital Tachograph: A valid Digital Tachograph Card.
Experience: Previous HGV Class 1, trunking or night driving experience is preferred.
Night driving: Candidates must be comfortable working regular night shifts and operating on a 4 on / 4 off rota.
Reliability: A strong attendance record and a flexible approach to shift work are essential.
Location: Applicants should be able to reliably commute to Team Valley, Gateshead/Newcastle
.
- Excellent HGV Class 1 night driver pay rates
- Genuine temp-to-perm HGV driving opportunity
- Ongoing, regular work
- 4 on / 4 off shift pattern
- Night driving work
- 24/7 consultant support
- Pension contributions
- Online payslips and holiday accrual
- Personal accident insurance
- Access to the 'Perks at Work' temporary worker benefit scheme
This is a fantastic opportunity for an HGV Class 1 Night Driver in Newcastle, Gateshead or the surrounding areas looking for ongoing night trunking work with the potential to secure a permanent position.
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