HGV Class 1 Drivers

HGV Class 1 (C+E) Drivers – Coventry CV8

ASSESSMENTS AVAILABLE ASAP!

Location: Coventry CV8
Job Type: Long-term ongoing

Shift Patterns

Across Sunday to Friday (full-time and part-time options available).

Monday and Friday are priority shifts.

Start time windows:

* Between 13:00–17:00

* Between 20:00–03:00

Pay Rates (Including Rolled-Up Holiday Pay)

Please note that there will be a £2 uplift on the below rates between 22nd November and 19th December 2026.

Weeks 1–12

Days (06:00–22:00): £20.22 per hour

Nights (22:00–06:00): £20.50 per hour

Weekends (Saturday & Sunday): £20.50 per hour

13+ Weeks

Days (06:00–22:00): £20.50 per hour

Nights (22:00–06:00): £21.06 per hour

6th Shift – Days (06:00–22:00): £30.75 per hour

6th Shift – Nights (22:00–06:00): £31.31 per hour

Bank Holiday – Days (06:00–22:00): £41.00 per hour

Bank Holiday – Nights (22:00–06:00): £41.56 per hour

Average shift length: 10–12 hours (8 hours guaranteed).

Key Responsibilities

* Trunking between depots, ensuring timely and safe delivery of parcels containing high-value goods.

* Collecting high-value goods from well-known customers, including full trailer collections and drop-and-swap operations.

* Occasional handling of push roller cages as required.

* Precise reversing and manoeuvring in yards, including shunting duties when needed.

* Completing pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.

* Adhering to traffic laws, regulations and company safety standards.

* Communicating effectively with dispatch and logistics teams to ensure smooth operations.

Requirements

* Full UK driving licence with Class 1 (C+E) entitlement.

* Minimum 3 months' Class 1 driving experience.

* Valid DCPC and Digital Tachograph Card.

* Maximum of 6 points on licence (minor offences only).

* Successful completion of assessment (theory and practical).

* Understanding of WTD legislation.

* Excellent communication skills and a safety-first mindset.

* Flexibility with start times within the advertised windows.

Benefits

* £2 per hour uplift from 22nd November to 19th December 2026.

* Flexible shift options – full-time or part-time.

* 8 hours guaranteed per shift.

* On-site clinic days to support driver training and development.

* Dedicated on-site recruitment and support team.

* Long-term ongoing work with an industry-leading logistics provider.

How to Apply

For more information, please apply directly with a copy of your CV today, and a member of our team will be in touch