Location: Rugeley / Fradley Park, Staffordshire
Pay: £16.00 – £24.94 per hour
Shifts: AM & PM start times available
Job Type: Full-time / Ongoing
Are you an experienced HGV Class 1 Driver looking for ongoing work with a well-established logistics operation in Staffordshire?
We are currently recruiting HGV Class 1 Drivers for a busy general haulage operation based around Rugeley and Fradley Park. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Class 1 Driver who wants regular work, competitive pay and a choice of AM or PM start times.
The Role – HGV Class 1 Driver
As an HGV Class 1 Driver, you will be responsible for the safe and professional transportation of general haulage throughout the Midlands and wider UK network.
The work can involve a mixture of deliveries and collections, with routes and workloads varying depending on the day's transport schedule. You may be completing multiple drops during a shift, with the exact number dependent on the route, customer requirements and distance involved.
The role is primarily based around curtain-sided articulated vehicles, with drivers expected to take responsibility for their vehicle, load and paperwork throughout the day.
Typical duties for the HGV Class 1 Driver will include:
* Driving a Class 1 / Category C+E articulated vehicle
* Completing general haulage deliveries and collections
* Working from either the Rugeley or Fradley Park area
* Completing multiple deliveries depending on the route
* Carrying out vehicle safety checks before and during shifts
* Correctly securing loads using straps and other appropriate equipment
* Opening and closing curtains and preparing the vehicle for loading/unloading
* Checking delivery paperwork and obtaining proof of delivery where required
* Communicating professionally with customers and site personnel
* Reporting any vehicle defects or transport issues
* Following drivers' hours, tachograph and road transport regulations
* Maintaining a high standard of safety and customer service
Pay & Start Times
We can offer AM and PM start times, making this opportunity suitable for drivers looking for more flexibility around their working day.
Pay rates range from £16.00 up to £24.94 per hour, depending on the shift, hours worked and applicable rate.
The work is ongoing and offers the potential for regular hours for reliable and professional HGV Class 1 Drivers.
What We're Looking For
The ideal HGV Class 1 Driver will have:
* A valid Class 1 (C+E) driving licence
* A valid Driver CPC qualification
* A valid Digital Tachograph Card
* Previous Class 1 / general haulage experience
* Experience driving articulated vehicles
* Good knowledge of UK roads and transport regulations
* A professional and reliable approach to work
* Good communication and customer service skills
* A strong focus on vehicle and load safety
Experience with curtain-sided trailers, general haulage, multi-drop deliveries or collections would be advantageous.
Why Apply?
This is a great opportunity for an experienced HGV Class 1 Driver looking for ongoing general haulage work in the Rugeley, Lichfield, Fradley Park, Staffordshire and wider Midlands area.
You can expect:
* £16.00 – £24.94 per hour
* AM and PM start times available
* Ongoing Class 1 work
* General haulage
* Rugeley / Fradley Park-based work
* Articulated vehicle driving
* Regular delivery and collection work
* Opportunities for additional hours depending on the operation
* Support from an experienced transport team
Apply Today – HGV Class 1 Driver
If you are an experienced HGV Class 1 Driver, Class 1 Driver, C+E Driver or LGV Driver looking for your next opportunity in Rugeley, Fradley Park, Lichfield or the wider Staffordshire/Midlands area, we would like to hear from you.
Apply today to be considered for this HGV Class 1 Driver position
Salary description
£16.00 - £24.94 per hour