HGV Class 1 Driver

Job Title: HGV Class 1 Driver

Contract Type: Pre-booked, ongoing

Positions Available: 2

Location: Darlington - DL1

Pay Rates

* Monday - Thursday: £18.15ph and £25.25ph OT after 8 hours

* Friday: £18.15ph until midnight, £23.52ph after and £25.25ph OT after 8 hours

* Saturday: £23.52ph until midnight, £26.25ph after and £25.25ph OT after 8 hours

* Sunday: £26.25ph until midnight, £18.15ph after and £25.25ph OT after 8 hours

45 minute break deducted daily and rates increase after 12 weeks service

Shift Patterns

* Shifts: Operation runs 24-7 Monday to Sunday

* Average Shift Length: 12 hours

* Start times vary between 14:00 - 20:00 depending on weekly requirements

* Pre-booked rota for better planning

Job Role

* Delivery Type: Parcels

* Destinations: Midlands Hubs

* Workload: Straight trunk to hub and back

* No multi-drop

Vehicle & Equipment Info

* Modern fleet

* Telematics and route planning tech used

Requirements

* Full UK Class C+E Licence

* Valid CPC and Digital Tachograph Card

* Minimum 12 months' HGV Class 1 experience

* Data available on your tachograph card displaying work over last 6 months

* We cannot accept more than 6 points or DR/DG/CD/DD/BA on a licence.

Benefits & Perks

* Onsite parking

* Pre-booked shifts for work-life balance

* Supportive team and structured environment

* Attractive pay rates

Why This Role is Family-Friendly

* Predictable hours and local depot

* Pre-booked rota allows for family planning

What Other Drivers Say

* "Supportive team, great trucks, and long-term opportunities"

* Many drivers stay long-term due to career growth and stability

This Role Would Suit People Who Have Previously Worked With

* Fedex

* Royal Mail Group

Ready to Apply?

* 'Apply now' to submit your CV

* Response Time: Within 48 hours

We welcome applications from all backgrounds

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