Job details
HGV Class 1 Drivers Required –
Day work, Nights or Tramping Opportunities
Location: Preston, Lancashire
Job Type: Full-Time, Temporary from £16.80 per hour
Shifts Available: Days, Nights, and Tramping (Nights Out)
Positions Available: Multiple Vacancies
Driver Hire Preston is seeking professional and reliable HGV Class 1 Drivers for ongoing assignments with a variety of transport and logistics clients throughout Preston and the surrounding Lancashire area.
We have opportunities available for drivers looking for day shifts, night shifts, or tramping work with nights out. Whether you are looking for regular work, flexible shifts, or trunking assignments, we have full and part time roles to suit your availability.
This is a fantastic opportunity to work with reputable transport operators while benefiting from weekly PAYE pay, ongoing support, and opportunities to further develop your driving qualifications.
Main Duties
- Safely operate HGV Class 1 (Category C+E) vehicles in accordance with UK transport legislation.
- Carry out vehicle walkaround checks before and after each shift.
- Complete deliveries and collections efficiently and professionally.
- Follow planned routes and delivery schedules.
- Maintain communication with the transport office and line manager.
- Ensure all delivery documentation is completed correctly.
- Report vehicle defects, delays, incidents, or compliance concerns promptly.
- Comply with Drivers’ Hours, Working Time Directive, and Tachograph regulations.
Essential Requirements
- Valid UK HGV Class 1 (Category C+E) Licence.
- Current Driver CPC Qualification Card.
- Valid Digital Tachograph Card.
- Strong understanding of driver compliance and road transport regulations.
- Professional and customer-focused attitude.
- Reliable, flexible, and safety-conscious approach to work.
Preferred Experience
- 1 Year Class 1 driving experience.
What We Offer
- Weekly PAYE Adv from £16.80 per hour
- Ongoing temporary driving assignments.
- Day, night, and tramping work available.
- Flexible shift patterns.
- Discounted CPC training courses.
- Funding opportunities to gain additional qualifications including:
- ADR
- HIAB
- Moffett
- Dedicated local Driver Hire support from Amy, Simon & Karen
- Opportunities to secure long-term and permanent positions.
Why Join Driver Hire Preston?
Driver Hire is one of the UK’s largest specialist transport and logistics recruiters, supporting thousands of professional drivers every year. We work with a wide range of respected employers and are committed to helping drivers develop their careers through ongoing work and training opportunities.
If you’re an experienced HGV Class 1 Driver looking for day work, night work, or tramping opportunities in Preston and Lancashire, we’d like to hear from you.
Apply Today
Submit your application now and Amy, Simon or Karen will contact you to discuss the opportunities currently available.
We have found other driving, logistics and warehouse professionals to be successful such as
Class 1 or Class 2 or 7.5 Ton or Heavy Goods Driver and other commercial driving professions.
These positions are commutable from Blackpool, Fleetwood, Garstang, Southport, Chorley, Leyland, Bamber Bridge and other areas nearby.
