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Hgv Class 1 Driver

Job Posted: 14 days ago

Salary: £ 43,947 - 43,947 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: NN4, Great Houghton, West Northamptonshire

Expire in: 14 days

Job Description

HGV Class 1 Day Driver

HGV Class 1 Day Driver - Northampton

Salary: £43,947 per annum

Location: Northampton

Contract: Permanent, Full Time

Our client is recruiting a reliable and experienced HGV Class 1 (C+E) Driver to provide a safe, reliable and customer-focused driving service from their Northampton operation.

Shift Pattern: Monday to Friday, 12-hour shifts (including 1-hour unpaid break = 11 hours working time). Various start times to meet delivery and operational demand. Flexibility is essential.

Key Responsibilities

  * Operate HGV Class 1 (C+E) vehicles safely and professionally

  * Complete deliveries and collections in line with customer requirements and service level agreements

  * Demonstrate a strong customer-focused approach at all customer locations

  * Adapt to varying start times in response to changing delivery schedules

  * Accurately complete all required tasks across multiple digital systems

  * Ensure all driving activity complies with regulations and legislation

  * Carry out daily vehicle checks and defect reporting

  * Complete all paperwork and electronic records accurately and on time

  * Communicate effectively with transport planners, supervisors and site teams

  * Report defects, incidents, near misses or accidents promptly

  * Comply fully with all Health & Safety policies and site rules

  * Participate in toolbox talks, audits and mandatory training as required

Skills & Experience

  * Full HGV Class 1 (C+E) licence

  * Valid Driver CPC & Digital Tachograph Card

  * Strong knowledge of UK transport legislation

  * App-literate and confident using multiple digital systems

  * Flexible approach to start times and workload

  * Strong customer service focus

  * High attention to detail, particularly with compliance and digital records

  * Reliable, punctual and committed to high standards

  * Able to work independently and as part of a team

Desirable

  * Experience working with Transport Management Systems (TMS)

  * Previous experience working to variable delivery schedules

  * Distribution or trunking experience

Benefits include

Competitive salary, discretionary bonus, pension scheme, annual salary review, free eye test and glasses voucher, interest-free company loan, free on-site parking, referral bonus, lifestyle programme, flu jabs, group life policy, EV charging points, flexible career pathway, enhanced holiday scheme, private healthcare and more

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