At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive Class 1 vehicles, trunking between distribution centres with minimal manual handling.
- Company: Join a supportive transport team in Rugby with a modern fleet.
- Benefits: Earn £18.74 - £21.00 per hour, with weekly pay and overtime opportunities.
- Other info: Immediate starts available; clean facilities and secure parking provided.
- Why this job: Enjoy reliable work, great pay, and the chance to upskill in a friendly environment.
- Qualifications: Must have a valid UK Class 1 (C+E) licence and 12 months driving experience.
The predicted salary is between 21 - 21 £ per hour.
Read on to find out what you will need to succeed in this position, including skills, qualifications, and experience.
- Trunking work
- Curtain Sider vehicles (Minimal Manual Handling)
Location: Rugby
Pay Rate: £18.74 - £21.00 p/h (£18.74 basic + £2.26 holiday pay = £21.00 per hour)
Shifts: 7 day working operation - start times from 17:00
Licence Type: Class 1 (C+E)
Experience: 12 months Class 1 experience - essential
Looking for your next driving role with great pay, regular work and immediate starts?
What's in it for you?
- Competitive pay rates of £18.74 - £21.00 p/h (£18.74 basic + £2.26 holiday pay = £21.00 per hour)
- Immediate starts available
- Weekly pay every Friday
- Overtime opportunities to maximise your earnings
- Regular, ongoing work
- Full-time hours available
- Free training and upskilling opportunities
- Modern fleet and well-maintained vehicles
- Clean, well-equipped driver facilities
- Comfortable break areas
- Subsidised on-site canteen
- Vending machines
- Free, secure on-site parking
- Friendly and supportive transport team
The Role
As a Class 1 Driver, your responsibilities may include:
- Class 1 trunking work between distribution centres (DC to DC)
- Operating curtain sided trailers
- Completing daily vehicle checks and defect reporting
- Delivering goods safely, professionally and on time
- Following all Road Transport, Working Time Directive and Driver Hours regulations
- Completing all relevant paperwork and electronic records accurately
Please note that a driving assessment may be required before your first shift.
What We're Looking For
To be considered for this role, you will need:
- A valid UK Class 1 (C+E) Driving Licence
- A minimum of 12 months commercial Class 1 driving experience
- A valid UK Driver CPC qualification (DCPC)
- A valid Digital Tachograph Card
- A good understanding of Drivers' Hours and Working Time Directive regulations
Our client may accept up to 6 penalty points, however applications with DD, DR, CD, IN or TT endorsements cannot be accepted. Applicants must be UK residents and able to travel to and from the site independently. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship or relocation support.
If you're a professional Class 1 Driver looking for reliable work, excellent rates of pay and the opportunity to join a great transport team, we'd love to hear from you. Click Apply today and one of our Recruitment Specialists will be in touch to discuss the role and get your application moving.
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