HGV Class 1 Driver (Tramping) in Tarleton

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Location: Tarleton, Preston

Company: NW Recruitment Services Ltd (on behalf of our client)

Job Type: Full-time, 40 - 45 hour week, permanent role from day one

Pay: £45,000 - £50,000 average take home salary (PAYE). Expenses on this role are paid weekly, salary is paid monthly. Any hours worked on a 6th day (standard 5 out of 7 day working pattern) are paid at overtime on 1.5x the hourly rate equivalent.

About the role:

NW Recruitment Services Ltd are looking for enthusiastic and committed HGV Class 1 Drivers on behalf of our client. This is an excellent opportunity to secure a long-term position with a well-established business that prides itself on delivering a high-quality service across the UK. This role offers competitive pay, excellent benefits, and the chance to be part of a supportive and professional working environment.

Pay & benefits:

• 28 days holiday per year (note: no approvals in peak, Aug 26 - Oct 26).
• Christmas Day and New Year’s Day off.
• Company pension contribution.
• Service station reimbursements.
• Professional, supportive working environment.
• Flexibility to use your known stops. Company preferred stops are not this role.

Hours & working pattern:

• Hours worked before 4am or after 8pm are paid at x 1.5 overtime.
• Average 45 driving hours per week in line with assimilated rules.
• Standard 5-day tramping pattern (2 weeks long shifts / 2 weeks short shifts).
• Some waiting at customer sites (overnight stays required).
• Drivers are paid from the moment they clock on, to the moment they clock off.
• You are paid for nights / overnight stays.
• Week 1 = long week, Week 2 = short week.
• Never any unpaid driving time.

Vehicles & equipment:

• Allocated lorry (tracked) for your own use.
• Vehicles fitted with fridges and microwaves.
• 3 fuel cards provided per HGV (filled on last day, as close to site as possible).
• Secure access to customer sites via fob, electric gate, or mobile app (depending on site).
• 24/7 mechanic and breakdown support, including national helpline for blow-outs and tow-home cover.
• Ability to stay at preferred or driver-known stops, or those suggested by company.

Key responsibilities:

• Working 5 days out of 7 with optional overtime.
• Shifts will include weekends and / or nights out (tramping required).
• Completing collections and deliveries from suppliers and customers, including bulk, boxes, and/or bags.
• Safely strapping loads (mainly wooden boxes).
• Adhering to all aspects of safety, hygiene, and site rules.
• Ensuring compliance with transport legislation, including vehicle defect reporting.
• Understanding and working within Driver’s Hours and WTD legislation.
• Maintaining your allocated vehicle/trailer, keeping it clean and tidy.

Requirements:

• Current valid C + E HGV Licence.
• Valid Digital Tachograph Card and CPC Card.
• Minimum 2 years’ HGV driving experience with fewer than 6 penalty points.
• Forklift licence experience / current licence desirable.
• Experience with produce bulker, tautliner, or low loader desirable.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Flexible, reliable, and professional approach.

Interested? Submit your CV to Jamie today using the "apply" link.

Questions? Contact Jamie at NW Recruitment today on (phone number removed).