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HGV Class 1 Drivers (CAT C+E)

Coventry, West Midlands•Full-time
£20.22 - £20.50 hourly
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About the Job
NEWLY QUALIFIED DRIVERS WELCOME TO APPLY – TRAINING AVAILABLE
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 – 01:00

Pay (including rolled-up holiday pay)

Weeks 1–12:
  • Days (6am – 10pm): £20.22 per hour
  • Nights (10pm – 6am): £20.50 per hour
  • Weekends (Saturday & Sunday): £20.50 per hour

13+ Weeks:
  • Days (6am – 10pm): £20.50 per hour
  • Nights (10pm – 6am): £21.06 per hour
  • 6th Shift – Days (6am – 10pm): £30.75 per hour
  • 6th Shift – Nights (10pm – 6am): £31.31 per hour
  • Bank Holiday – Days (6am – 10pm): £41.00 per hour
  • Bank Holiday – Nights (10pm – 6am): £41.56 per hour

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

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, 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.
  • Ability to be flexible with start times within the above windows (drivers can choose their preferred window).
  • Valid DCPC and Digital Tachograph Card.
  • Maximum of 6 points on licence (minor offences only).
  • Successful completion of assessment (theory & practical).
  • Understanding of WTD legislation.
  • Excellent communication skills and a safety-first mindset.

Benefits:
  • 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.

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