HGV Class 1 Night Driver

HGV Class 1 Night Driver
Location: Bowburn, County Durham
Pay: £16.00 per hour | £17.00 per hour overtime plus £5 tax free meal allowance
Freight Force Recruitment are acting as an Employment Agency is relation to this permanent vacancy.
Join a Reliable, Well-Established Logistics Operation
We are currently looking for HGV Class 1 Night Drivers to join growing team. As a respected, family-run business and proud member of the Palletforce network, the company offers stable, ongoing work with a professional and supportive environment.
If you’re looking for consistent night work, modern vehicles, and a company that values their drivers then this could be the perfect role for you.
The role
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Night trunking and general haulage work
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Start times of 18:00
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Trailer swaps and occasional shunting duties
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Deliveries and collections to RDCs
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Routes covering locations such as Doncaster, Burton, Birmingham, and Glasgow
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Ensure all deliveries are completed safely, efficiently, and within scheduled timeframes
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Operate curtain-sided trailers and use an pump truck for loading and unloading where required
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Complete all relevant paperwork and PODs accurately
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Conduct daily vehicle checks and report any defects in line with company procedures
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Maintain high standards of professionalism and customer service at all delivery points
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Comply with all driver hours, working time directive, and road transport regulations
What You’ll Receive
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Competitive hourly rate with overtime paid at a higher rate
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Guaranteed minimum 8 hours pay per shift
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Regular, ongoing work with consistent start times
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Well-maintained, modern fleet
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Supportive and friendly transport team
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On-going, in-house training and support
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28 days holiday inclusive of statutory holidays
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Job security with a long-standing, reputable company
What We’re Looking For
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Valid HGV Class 1 (C+E) licence
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CPC and Digital Tachograph card
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No more than 6 points on license
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Experience with RDC deliveries and general haulage preferred
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Comfortable working night shifts and longer hours (up to 15-hour shifts)
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Reliable, professional, and safety-focused attitude
Apply Now
If you’re a dependable Class 1 driver looking for steady night work with a company that values your time and experience, we want to hear from you.
The company welcome drivers from all experience levels