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HGV Class 1 Driver

Job Posted: 24 days ago

Salary: £ 21.45 - 31.55 / Hour
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Preston, Lancashire

Expire in: 4 days

Job Description

Class 1 Night Drivers - 2 Years Continuous Class 1 Experience Required

GXO Chorley | Weekend Nights Essential

Are you an experienced Class 1 HGV Driver with 2 years continuous Class 1 experience, looking for consistent night work with one of the UK's fastest‑growing logistics companies?

GXO at Chorley is expanding its night operation and is recruiting professional drivers who can commit to working every weekend, with availability preferably towards the back end of the week.

Shift Patterns Required - Nights Only

We are currently recruiting drivers who can commit to ongoing night shifts with regular weekend availability.

Preferred shift patterns include:

Wednesday to Sunday (highly desirable)
Sunday to Thursday
Friday, Saturday, Sunday, MondayDrivers who can offer additional flexibility alongside these patterns will be prioritised.

Please note:
 Current business requirements prioritise weekend night availability.
 Applications from candidates unable to commit to weekend nights will not be considered at this time.

Opportunities for Monday to Friday roles may become available later in the year, and interested candidates are encouraged to apply when those roles arise.

Start Times

Night shifts only
Flexible starts between 17:00 and 23:00, depending on route and workload

Pay Rates

Shift TypeRate per hour
Monday - Saturday (PM 18:00-22:00)£21.45
Monday - Saturday (Nights 22:00-06:00)£22.70
Overtime (after 47.5 hours)£26.55
Sunday Night£31.55

Driver Requirements

Minimum 2 years continuous Class 1 (C+E) driving experience
Full UK driving licence with CE entitlement
Valid CPC and Digital Tachograph cards
No more than 6 points, with no DD, DR or IN endorsements
Strong knowledge of UK roads nationwide
Professional, reliable, and safety‑focused approach
Ability to work every weekend on nights

What to Expect

Tacho test and driving assessment required
Upon successful completion, a paid Health & Safety training day will be booked
Well‑structured operation with consistent night work
Opportunity to work with a leading logistics provider

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Reference: GXO‑NW

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