HGV 7.5T (7.5 Tonnes) Drivers - Newton Aycliffe Depot
Start of the assignment: Immediately!
The Best Connection are working closely with our client to recruit HGV 7.5T (7.5 Tonnes) Drivers to build on the existing team at their new Newton Aycliffe depot.
Drive the best technology and modern fleet with our client and be part of an industry leader focused on being the best in the industry.
Paid inductions are taking place on Tuesday 1st September 2026 at 08:00am at the client's Durham depot.
These are immediate-start positions, with opportunities for temporary-to-permanent employment. Successful drivers are guaranteed a permanent contract within 14 weeks.
HGV 7.5T (7.5 Tonnes) Drivers - The Role
The role includes:
- Collections and deliveries.
- An average of approximately 10 runs per shift.
- The same set route each day across the North East region.
- Manual handling is heavily involved, with drivers assisting with loading and unloading parcels at the depot and customer locations.
- Drivers will also use devices and company software to update delivery statuses and communicate with the depot.
HGV 7.5T (7.5 Tonnes) Drivers - Working Hours & Pay
Shift Pattern: Monday to Friday
Start time: 09:00am - 17:45pm
Rate of Pay: £16.05 per hour
Overtime Rate: £23.43 per hour
Overtime is available after 40 working hours, particularly during peak periods from mid-November to the end of January.
HGV 7.5T (7.5 Tonnes) Drivers - Requirements
- Valid UK driving licence.
- Valid Driver CPC, regardless of whether driving on or off site.
- Valid Driver Digital Tachograph Card, which must be used at all times when driving, both on and off site.
- Minimum of 6 months' experience driving 7.5T vehicles.
Benefits of Working for The Best Connection
- On-going assignments.
- Excellent pay rates.
- Holiday entitlement.
- Personal accident insurance.
- Overtime.
- On-line payslips.
- Pension provision.
- Access to the 'Perks at Work' temporary worker benefit scheme.
- Temporary-to-permanent opportunities with a guaranteed permanent contract within 14 weeks.
The Best Connection is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
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HGV 7.5T Driver in North East employer: The Best Connection
Join a well-established company in Dartford that values its employees and fosters a supportive work culture. With competitive pay rates and a commitment to health and safety, we offer opportunities for professional growth and development within the warehouse and logistics sector. Our team-oriented environment ensures that every employee feels valued and empowered to contribute to our success.
