At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive HGV Class 1 vehicles, trunking and completing deliveries safely and on time.
- Company: Join a leading transport company with a supportive team and modern fleet.
- Benefits: Earn £16.60 to £33.12 per hour, with weekly pay and overtime opportunities.
- Other info: Great long-term opportunities and an Armed Forces-friendly employer.
- Why this job: Enjoy flexible shifts and immediate starts while making a real impact.
- Qualifications: Must have a valid UK Class 1 licence and 2 years of driving experience.
The predicted salary is between 23 - 23 £ per hour.
Location: Newcastle
Pay Rate: £16.60 to £33.12 per hour
Shifts: Various shifts available across 7 days/nights
Experience: 2 years Class 1 experience required
Looking for a driving role that offers excellent rates of pay, regular work and a team that values professional drivers? Ignition Driver Recruitment are currently recruiting experienced HGV Class 1 (C+E) Drivers to work with our client in Newcastle. Whether you're looking for days, nights, weekends, full-time, part-time or ad hoc work, we have opportunities to suit your lifestyle.
Join a well-established operation with consistent work, modern vehicles and immediate starts available.
What's in it for you?
- Competitive hourly pay rates of £16.60 to £33.12 per hour
- Immediate starts available
- Weekly pay every Friday
- Overtime opportunities to maximise your earnings
- Regular, ongoing work
- Flexible shift patterns to suit your availability
- Full site induction and ongoing support
- Modern fleet and well-maintained vehicles
- Friendly and supportive transport team
- Potential long-term opportunities with a leading employer
The Role
As a professional HGV Class 1 Driver, your duties may include:
- Trunking between depots and distribution centres
- Curtain Sider work - Driver required to pull the curtains for side tip deliveries
- Completing daily vehicle checks and defect reporting
- Ensuring deliveries are completed safely, professionally and on time
- Complying with Driver Hours, Working Time Directive and Road Transport regulations
- Completing all relevant paperwork and electronic records accurately
What We're Looking For
To be considered for this role, you'll need:
- A valid UK Class 1 (C+E) Driving Licence
- At least 2 years' commercial Class 1 driving experience
- A valid Driver CPC qualification (DCPC)
- A valid Digital Tachograph Card
- A professional attitude with a strong commitment to safety and customer service
Our client may accept up to 6 penalty points. Unfortunately, applications with DD, DR, CD, IN or TT endorsements cannot be accepted. Applicants must be UK residents and able to travel independently to and from the site. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide visa sponsorship.
Ignition Driver Recruitment is proud to be an Armed Forces-friendly employer and welcomes applications from veterans, Reservists, service leavers, military spouses and partners, and Cadet Force Adult Volunteers.
Apply Today
If you're a reliable, professional Class 1 Driver looking for excellent rates of pay, ongoing work and immediate starts, we'd love to hear from you. Click Apply now and one of our Recruitment Specialists will be in touch to discuss the role and help you get started.
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