HGV Class 1 Driver

HGV Class 1 Driver - Manchester (Salford)

People Solutions are currently recruiting for an HGV Class 1 Driver to join our well‑established client based in Manchester (Salford).

This is an excellent temporary‑to‑permanent opportunity offering excellent rates of pay, regular day shifts, no handballing, ongoing work, and the chance to join a professional transport operation within a busy logistics environment.

This role would suit candidates with experience as an HGV Class 1 Driver
, Class 1 Driver
, LGV Class 1 Driver
, Category CE Driver
, CE Driver
, C+E Driver
, HGV Driver
, Shunter Driver
, Yard Driver
, or Articulated Lorry Driver
.

• Day shifts
• Start time: 06:00
• 8–10-hour shifts

• £19.64 per hour

As an HGV Class 1 Driver
, you will receive:

• Excellent hourly rate
• Weekly pay
• Genuine temporary‑to‑permanent opportunity
• No handballing required
• Ongoing work
• Free on‑site parking
• On‑site canteen and vending facilities
• Immediate starts available
• Ongoing training and support

As an HGV Class 1 Driver
, your duties will include (but are not limited to):

• Operating Category CE (HGV Class
  1) vehicles safely and efficiently
• Shunting trailers and carrying out trailer swap operations
• Moving vehicles between sites across the North West
• Completing daily vehicle safety inspections before and after each shift
• Reporting vehicle defects and maintenance issues promptly
• Communicating effectively with the transport office regarding operational updates or delays
• Complying with Driver Hours Regulations, the Working Time Directive, and UK road traffic legislation
• Completing all delivery and transport paperwork accurately
• Maintaining high standards of professionalism and vehicle care throughout each shift

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• A valid UK Category CE (HGV Class
  1) Driving Licence
• A valid Driver CPC Qualification Card
• A valid Digital Tachograph Card
• Minimum of two years' HGV Class 1 (Category CE) driving experience
• No more than six penalty points for minor offences (no IN10, DR10, or DD10 endorsement codes)
• Good communication and customer service skills
• Ability to successfully complete a one‑hour practical driving assessment, including on‑road driving
• A professional, reliable, and safety‑focused approach to work

• Previous experience completing shunting, trailer swaps, trunking, or yard movements would be advantageous
• Experience working within a busy transport or logistics environment

• Full site paid inducti