Night Trunk HGV Class 1 Driver

HGV Class 1 Driver – Night Trunking – Hillington Industrial Estate, Paisley – £40,000 Per Annum

Find out exactly what skills, experience, and qualifications you will need to succeed in this role before applying below.
People Solutions are currently recruiting for an HGV Class 1 Driver to join our well-established client based in Hillington Industrial Estate, Paisley.
This is a fantastic opportunity offering a £40,000 annual salary, permanent employment from day one, Monday to Friday night shifts, ongoing training and genuine opportunities for career progression.
£40,000 Per Annum | Permanent From Day One | Monday to Friday | 19:00–05:00 | Night Shifts | Career Progression
This position is ideal for applicants who have previously worked as an HGV Class 1 Driver, LGV Class 1 Driver, Category C+E Driver, CE Driver, Articulated Lorry Driver or Night Trunking Driver.
Shifts
• Monday to Friday
• Night shifts
• 19:00–05:00
• Flexibility in working hours may be required to meet operational requirements
Rates of Pay
• £40,000 per annum
• Permanent, full-time employment
Benefits
As an HGV Class 1 Driver, you will receive:
• Permanent employment from day one
• Competitive annual salary of £40,000
• Monday to Friday working pattern
• Stable and consistent night shifts
• Ongoing training and development
• Supportive and professional working environment
• Opportunity to join an established transport operation
• Career progression opportunities
Day-to-Day Duties
As an HGV Class 1 Driver, your duties will include (but are not limited to):
• Operating HGV Class 1 (Category C+E) vehicles safely and efficiently
• Completing deliveries and collections throughout the UK
• Loading and unloading vehicles in line with company procedures
• Using appropriate loading and unloading equipment
• Ensuring all loads are safely secured before and during transportation
• Maintaining the security and integrity of loads throughout each journey
• Following relevant transport legislation and company procedures
• Complying with vehicle safety requirements and road traffic regulations
• Operating digital tachographs correctly
• Adhering to drivers' hours regulations and the Working Time Directive
• Maintaining a professional and courteous approach with customers, colleagues and management
Essential Skills
To be successful as an HGV Class 1 Driver, you will need:
• A valid UK Category C+E Driving Licence
• A valid Driver CPC / Driver Qualification Card (DQC)
• A valid Digital Tachograph Card
• A minimum of two years holding a Category C+E licence
• A minimum age of 25 due to stated insurance requirements
• Good knowledge of UK roads and major routes
• Good understanding of the Highway Code and vehicle speed limits
• Knowledge of drivers' hours, tachograph regulations and the Working Time Directive
• Experience manually loading, unloading and securing freight
• A reliable, professional and safety-conscious approach to work
Driving Licence Requirements
The following are not accepted under the stated driving criteria:
• Drink or drug-related driving endorsements within the past 10 years
• Driving disqualifications within the past five years
• Licence endorsement codes beginning with IN, CD, DD, DR or BA
Desirable Experience
• A minimum of two years' commercial driving experience
• Previous experience with night trunking operations
• Experience completing UK-wide deliveries and collections
Training Provided
• Required Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) training following satisfactory background checks
• Industry-related training and ongoing support throughout your employment
Apply
If you are an experienced HGV Class 1 Driver looking for a permanent position offering £40,000 per annum, Monday to Friday night shifts and opportunities for career progression, apply today and a member of our recruitment team will be in touch. xwzovoh
People Solutions do not charge candidates any fees or request deposits at any stage of the recruitment process.