Hgv Class 1 Driver

HGV Class 1 Driver – General Haulage Location: Rugeley / Fradley Park, Staffordshire Pay: £16.00 – £24.94 per hour Shifts: AM & PM start times available Job Type: Full-time / Ongoing Are you an experienced HGV Class 1 Driver looking for ongoing work with a well-established logistics operation in Staffordshire? We are currently recruiting HGV Class 1 Drivers for a busy general haulage operation based around Rugeley and Fradley Park. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Class 1 Driver who wants regular work, competitive pay and a choice of AM or PM start times. The Role – HGV Class 1 Driver As an HGV Class 1 Driver, you will be responsible for the safe and professional transportation of general haulage throughout the Midlands and wider UK network. The work can involve a mixture of deliveries and collections, with routes and workloads varying depending on the day's transport schedule. You may be completing multiple drops during a shift, with the exact number dependent on the route, customer requirements and distance involved. The role is primarily based around curtain-sided articulated vehicles, with drivers expected to take responsibility for their vehicle, load and paperwork throughout the day. Typical duties for the HGV Class 1 Driver will include: * Driving a Class 1 / Category C+E articulated vehicle * Completing general haulage deliveries and collections * Working from either the Rugeley or Fradley Park area * Completing multiple deliveries depending on the route * Carrying out vehicle safety checks before and during shifts * Correctly securing loads using straps and other appropriate equipment * Opening and closing curtains and preparing the vehicle for loading/unloading * Checking delivery paperwork and obtaining proof of delivery where required * Communicating professionally with customers and site personnel * Reporting any vehicle defects or transport issues * Following drivers' hours, tachograph and road transport regulations * Maintaining a high standard of safety and customer service Pay & Start Times We can offer AM and PM start times, making this opportunity suitable for drivers looking for more flexibility around their working day. Pay rates range from £16.00 up to £24.94 per hour, depending on the shift, hours worked and applicable rate. The work is ongoing and offers the potential for regular hours for reliable and professional HGV Class 1 Drivers. What We're Looking For The ideal HGV Class 1 Driver will have: * A valid Class 1 (C+E) driving licence * A valid Driver CPC qualification * A valid Digital Tachograph Card * Previous Class 1 / general haulage experience * Experience driving articulated vehicles * Good knowledge of UK roads and transport regulations * A professional and reliable approach to work * Good communication and customer service skills * A strong focus on vehicle and load safety Experience with curtain-sided trailers, general haulage, multi-drop deliveries or collections would be advantageous. Why Apply? This is a great opportunity for an experienced HGV Class 1 Driver looking for ongoing general haulage work in the Rugeley, Lichfield, Fradley Park, Staffordshire and wider Midlands area. You can expect: * £16.00 – £24.94 per hour * AM and PM start times available * Ongoing Class 1 work * General haulage * Rugeley / Fradley Park-based work * Articulated vehicle driving * Regular delivery and collection work * Opportunities for additional hours depending on the operation * Support from an experienced transport team Apply Today – HGV Class 1 Driver If you are an experienced HGV Class 1 Driver, Class 1 Driver, C+E Driver or LGV Driver looking for your next opportunity in Rugeley, Fradley Park, Lichfield or the wider Staffordshire/Midlands area, we would like to hear from you. Apply today to be considered for this HGV Class 1 Driver position