HGV1 Driver

  • Job ref: 007/01494
  • Type: Full Time, On a daily basis, Part Time, Temporary
  • Location: Accrington
  • Salary: £14.50 - £21.75 per hour
  • Recruiting office: Blackburn
  • Date posted: 26 August 2026

Job details

  • Full Time
  • On a daily basis
  • Part Time
  • Temporary
  • Accrington
  • 14.50-21.75 USD / Year
  • Job Ref: 007/01494
  • Salary: £14.50 - £21.75 per hour

Class 1 HGV Driver – General Haulage

Class 1 HGV Driver | General Haulage | Early Starts from 4:00am | 2–3 Drops

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Class 1 HGV Driver to join our customer’s busy operation, carrying out general haulage deliveries across the UK.

This is a great opportunity for a reliable Class 1 (Category C+E) driver who is comfortable with early starts and looking for regular general haulage work. Start times can range from 4:00am onwards, with drivers typically completing around 2–3 drops per day.

The Role

  • Driving a Class 1 (C+E) HGV vehicle
  • Start times ranging from approximately 4:00am
  • Completing around 2–3 drops per day
  • General haulage and delivery work
  • Loading, unloading and securing loads where required
  • Completing daily vehicle checks
  • Ensuring loads are transported safely and securely
  • Delivering goods professionally and on time
  • Dealing with customers at delivery locations
  • Following all relevant transport legislation and company procedures

About You

We are looking for an experienced, reliable and professional Class 1 HGV Driver who takes pride in their work.

You will need:

  • A valid Class 1 (Category C+E) HGV licence
  • Previous Class 1 driving experience
  • Experience in general haulage or similar delivery work
  • Good knowledge of UK roads
  • A professional attitude and strong work ethic
  • Good communication and customer service skills
  • The ability to work independently and manage multiple deliveries
  • Flexibility for early morning starts

Driving Licence Requirements

All applicants must:

  • Have no more than 6 penalty points on their driving licence
  • Have no DR endorsements
  • Have no IN endorsements
  • Have no DD endorsements

Driving licence checks will be completed as part of the recruitment process.

Why Apply?

  • Regular Class 1 HGV driving work
  • General haulage work
  • Typically 2–3 drops per day
  • Early starts from around 4:00am
  • Varied driving and delivery work
  • Opportunity to work with an established customer
  • Support from our experienced recruitment team

Apply Today

If you’re an experienced Class 1 HGV Driver looking for your next general haulage driving job, we’d love to hear from you.

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Driver Hire Blackburn

Welcome to Driver Hire Blackburn. We are part of a nationwide network of over 100 offices providing recruitment and training services to the transport and logistics industry. We currently supply: Class 1, Class 2, 7.5t & Van Drivers as well as Driver Assistants Transport & Logistics Staff Warehouse & FLT Drivers Office Staff Skilled & Semi Skilled Trades people The areas we supply staff to include: Blackburn, Burnley, Clitheroe, Barnoldswick, Colne, Nelson, Accrington, Rossendale, Bank Hey, Belthorn, Blackamoor, Clayton-le-Dale, Guide, Knuzden, Mellor, Ramsgreave, Rishton, Salesbury, Shadsworth, Sunnybower, Whitebirk, Wilpshire, Darwen Are you looking for work, or looking for staff the please call our office on 01254 351155 or email: blackburn@driverhire.co.uk

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