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Job Posted: 12 days ago

Salary: £ 20.16 - 20.16 / Hour
Job Type: Temporary
Location: West Thurrock

Expire in: 16 days

Job Description

HGV Class 1 Drivers – Thurrock 
 Contract: 28 June – 12 September (11 weeks)
Pay: From £20.16 per hour
Shifts: 03:00 or 19:00 start times
Pattern: Wednesday–Saturday (with optional 5th shift on Sunday or Monday during peak volumes)

About the Role
 We are recruiting experienced HGV Class 1 Drivers to support a major logistics operation in Thurrock over an 11‑week period. You’ll be delivering fresh, frozen and ambient products to local stores using a modern, well-maintained fleet.

Typical shifts last 8 - 13 hours, with 3 - 6 drops per shift, depending on route. Drivers may also be required to complete a second run within the same shift.

Requirements

Minimum 12 months’ Class 1 driving experience

Ability to work Wednesday–Saturday (plus optional Sunday/Monday when required)

Willingness to complete a full driving assessment and induction, including transport knowledge testing

Assessment & induction take place at Thurrock depot.

If passed, drivers complete a short run and the day is paid.

What You’ll Do

Safely operate Class 1 vehicles across multi‑drop store delivery routes.

Handle chilled, frozen, and ambient goods.

Maintain high standards of safety, compliance, and customer service.

Work efficiently to complete all scheduled drops and potential second runs.

What We Offer

Consistent shift pattern with optional extra shifts.

Supportive team environment.

Work with a modern, reliable fleet

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