PIVT GROUP LTD
HGV Class 1 Day Driver
HGV Class 1 Day Driver at PIVT GROUP LTD, based in Northampton, East Midlands, paying £43,947 per annum. This is a contract role.
- Pay
- £43,947 per annum
- Hours and contract
- Contract · On site
- Location
- Northampton, East Midlands
- Closing date
- Sector
- HGV Driving
- HGV Class 1
- Driver CPC
About 27% above the going rate for hgv driving
Reference jobs?job=1458
About the role
HGV Class 1 Day Driver - Northampton
Salary: £43,947 per annum
Location: Northampton
Contract: Permanent, Full Time
Our client is recruiting a reliable and experienced HGV Class 1 (C+E) Driver to provide a safe, reliable and customer-focused driving service from their Northampton operation.
Shift Pattern: Monday to Friday, 12-hour shifts (including 1-hour unpaid break = 11 hours working time). Various start times to meet delivery and operational demand. Flexibility is essential.
Key Responsibilities
- Operate HGV Class 1 (C+E) vehicles safely and professionally
- Complete deliveries and collections in line with customer requirements and service level agreements
- Demonstrate a strong customer-focused approach at all customer locations
- Adapt to varying start times in response to changing delivery schedules
- Accurately complete all required tasks across multiple digital systems
- Ensure all driving activity complies with regulations and legislation
- Carry out daily vehicle checks and defect reporting
- Complete all paperwork and electronic records accurately and on time
- Communicate effectively with transport planners, supervisors and site teams
- Report defects, incidents, near misses or accidents promptly
- Comply fully with all Health & Safety policies and site rules
- Participate in toolbox talks, audits and mandatory training as required
Skills & Experience
- Full HGV Class 1 (C+E) licence
- Valid Driver CPC & Digital Tachograph Card
- Strong knowledge of UK transport legislation
- App-literate and confident using multiple digital systems
- Flexible approach to start times and workload
- Strong customer service focus
- High attention to detail, particularly with compliance and digital records
- Reliable, punctual and committed to high standards
- Able to work independently and as part of a team
Desirable
- Experience working with Transport Management Systems (TMS)
- Previous experience working to variable delivery schedules
- Distribution or trunking experience
Benefits include
Competitive salary, discretionary bonus, pension scheme, annual salary review, free eye test and glasses voucher, interest-free company loan, free on-site parking, referral bonus, lifestyle programme, flu jabs, group life policy, EV charging points, flexible career pathway, enhanced holiday scheme, private healthcare and more.
Reference: jobs?job=1458 · Posted 4 days ago · Closes 26 Nov 2026 · Listed via PIVT GROUP LTD
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