HGV Class 1 (C+E) Night Driver - National Trunking
Location: Dordon, Tamworth
Pay: £19.63 per hour | £26.00 per hour for a 6th shift
Shift Pattern: Sunday to Friday nights
Start Times: Between 19:00 and 03:00
The Best Connection Tamworth are currently recruiting experienced HGV Class 1 (C+E) Night Drivers to join a leading national logistics operation.
This is an excellent opportunity for professional drivers looking for consistent night work, regular bookings and long-term opportunities.
The Role
You will be responsible for completing national depot deliveries across the UK, primarily during night-time operations.
Your duties will include:
- Completing nationwide depot deliveries
- Delivering to closed depots during night operations
- Completing approximately 2-4 depot deliveries per shift.
- Unloading using pump trucks and roll cages
- Collecting and loading return empties
- Completing vehicle checks and required paperwork
- Vehicles will be pre-loaded, so no loading is required at the start of your shift
- Working safely and in accordance with drivers' hours and company procedures
Please note: This role involves manual handling. Suitable handling equipment is provided.
Pay & Working Hours
- £19.63 per hour.
- £26.00 per hour for a 6th shift worked.
- Sunday to Friday nights
- Start times between 19:00 and 03:00.
- Regular night work available
- Long-term block bookings available
- Ongoing work opportunities
Requirements
- Valid HGV Class 1 (C+E) licence
- Minimum 1 year's commercial Class 1 driving experience.
- Valid Driver CPC Qualification Card
- Valid Digital Tachograph Card
- Comfortable undertaking manual handling duties
- Flexible to work national routes and night shifts
- Willingness to undertake occasional tramping/overnight stays in the cab is preferred
- Reliable and professional approach
Assessment Process
Successful applicants will be required to complete:
- Practical driving assessment
- Six-question competency test
- Drug and alcohol screening via swab test
- Urine test may be required if the swab result is inconclusive
Assessment slots are available from 18:30, with multiple slots available each day.
Training
Successful drivers will complete paid site training, which typically takes 3-4 days.
Training pay rates will be confirmed at the point of application.
Benefits of Working with The Best Connection
- Weekly pay - every Friday
- Online payslips
- Pension contribution
- Ongoing temporary assignment
- 28 days paid annual leave (pro-rata for PAYE, inclusive of statutory holidays)
The Best Connection is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
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Class 1 Night Driver in Tamworth 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.
