HGV Class 1 Driver (Days or Nights)

  • Job ref: 025/01547
  • Type: Full Time, Permanent, Temporary
  • Location: Northampton
  • Salary: £17.00 - £20.17 per hour
  • Recruiting office: Northampton & Daventry
  • Date posted: 28 May 2026

Job details

  • Full Time
  • Permanent
  • Temporary
  • Northampton
  • 17.00-20.17 USD / Year
  • Job Ref: 025/01547
  • Salary: £17.00 - £20.17 per hour

 

🚛 HGV Class 1 Driver (C+E) – Northampton

Temp to Perm Opportunity | Monday–Friday | Full-Time Hours | Days or Nights or 4 on / 4 off

We are currently recruiting for experienced HGV Class 1 (C+E) Drivers based in Northampton to join a busy and well-established logistics operation.

This role offers ongoing, full-time work with the potential to become permanent for the right candidate.


✅ What’s in it for you?

  • Ongoing, stable work
  • Supportive transport team
  • Opportunity to secure a permanent position
  • Immediate starts available
  • Days – £17.00ph PAYE or £19.05ph PAYE Advanced (Including holiday pay)
  • Nights – £18.00ph PAYE or £20.17ph PAYE Advanced (Including holiday pay)

🕒 Shift Details

  • Various options available including Days, Nights or 4 on/4 off
  • 12-hour shifts (11 hours paid – 1-hour unpaid break)
  • Various start times (flexibility required)
  • Monday to Friday (Days or Nights)
  • 4 on / 4 off days

🚚 Your Responsibilities

  • Driving HGV Class 1 (C+E) vehicles safely and efficiently
  • Completing deliveries and collections to schedule
  • Performing daily vehicle checks and reporting defects
  • Ensuring full compliance with tachograph and driving regulations
  • Using digital systems/apps to complete delivery tasks
  • Completing all paperwork accurately and on time
  • Providing a professional and customer-focused service
  • Communicating effectively with transport planners and managers
  • Following all health & safety procedures

✅ Requirements

  • Valid HGV Class 1 (C+E) Licence
  • Driver CPC & Digital Tachograph Card
  • Good knowledge of UK driving laws and regulations
  • Previous Class 1 driving experience
  • Flexible approach to start times and workload
  • Good communication and customer service skills
  • Reliable, punctual, and professional attitude

⭐ Desirable (but not essential)

  • Experience with Transport Management Systems (TMS)
  • Distribution or trunking experience
  • Experience with multi-drop or changing delivery schedules

📩 Apply Now

If you’re an experienced Class 1 Driver looking for steady work with the chance to go permanent, apply today or contact us for more information.

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