HGV Class 1 Driver

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Pay
£16.38 – £16.89 an hour
Job type
Full-time

 

Location

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Job address
Northfield Road, Southam CV47 0FG
 
Benefits
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Life insurance
Free parking
Company pension
Health & wellbeing programme
On-site parking
 
Full job description
Involvement colleagues know for certain that they are valued, supported, and empowered to be their very best.

Our incredible team are aligned with a shared purpose and a set of core values, this creates what we call our Purpose & Values-led Performance Culture. Our High-Performance Culture enables individuals to improve the way we do things, be empowered to make decisions, develop new skills, progress and most importantly, have fun and become part of an award-winning business.

This is an exciting time to join our Company as we progress against ambitious growth plans. As an Investors in People Platinum-accredited employer, we are committed to creating an exceptional environment where our people can thrive. This commitment has recently been recognised through our wins for the Best Culture Award 2025 at the Investors in People Awards, reinforcing our reputation as a truly people-centred Company.

To support our continued success, we’re looking for individuals who want to make the most of the opportunities we offer, enjoy being part of a high-performing team, and strive to be the best in their area of expertise.

Driving & Transport Operations

Operate HGV Class 1 articulated vehicles in accordance with DVSA regulations and company policies.
Complete scheduled deliveries and collections within agreed timeframes.
Conduct trunking, RDC deliveries, depot transfers, or general haulage operations as required.
Ensure safe loading, unloading, and securing of goods using appropriate restraint methods.
Maintain fuel efficiency through economical driving practices.
Adhere strictly to Drivers’ Hours Regulations and Working Time Directive legislation.
Vehicle Safety & Compliance

Carry out daily walk-around vehicle checks before and after each shift.
Identify, report, and record vehicle defects promptly using company reporting systems.
Ensure vehicle cleanliness, roadworthiness, and compliance with operator licence requirements.
Operate tachograph equipment correctly and maintain accurate driving records.
Comply with company FORS, DVSA, and health & safety standards where applicable.
Documentation & Administration

Accurately complete delivery notes, manifests, POD documentation, and electronic logging systems.
Record mileage, fuel usage, defects, and working hours accurately.
Ensure all paperwork meets legal and company audit requirements.
Communicate delays, incidents, or operational issues to transport planners immediately.
Customer Service & Professional Conduct

Represent the company professionally at customer sites and depots.
Maintain courteous and professional communication with customers, warehouse staff, and colleagues.
Follow site-specific delivery procedures and safety rules.
Resolve minor delivery issues professionally and escalate where necessary.
Health, Safety & Security

Follow all manual handling procedures where applicable.
Comply with company risk assessments and safe systems of work.
Maintain load security to prevent damage, loss, or safety risks.
Report accidents, near misses, or safety concerns immediately.
Ensure vehicle and cargo security at all times.
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £16.38-£16.89 per hour

Benefits:

Company pension
Free parking
Health & wellbeing programme
Life insurance
On-site parking
Application question(s):

Do you have a clean driving record?
Experience:

Class 1 HGV: 3 years (required)
Licence/Certification:

Driver CPC (required)
Work Location: In person
 

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BECOME AN OWNER-DRIVER AND WORK FOR YOURSELF! AVERAGE EARNINGS: £70,000 – £80,000 PER YEAR. AVAILABLE ANYWHERE IN THE UK.

CONTRACT HAULAGE WORK AVAILABLE ALL YEAR ROUND FOR OWNER-DRIVERS AND FLEET OWNERS WITH RIGID OR ARTICULATED VEHICLES.

Use our free guide to apply for an operator’s licence: https://transportforum.com/viewtopic.php?t=97

We are looking for owner-drivers, fleet owners, and HGV drivers (Class 1 or 2) based anywhere in the UK and interested in taking the next step up and becoming owner-operators and transport company owners. To get started and apply for an Operator’s Licence, you need to have £8,000 which is a requirement of the UK and EU transport regulations (you won’t spend it). We can help you with the rest of the process.

BENEFITS OF BECOMING AN OWNER-OPERATOR:
– Higher earnings even with one vehicle (double in some cases for the same work)
– Be your own boss and grow your fleet
– If you are tired of driving, hire others to drive for you
– Build and sell your business later and retire

WE OFFER:
– Contract haulage work all year round for rigids and artics with your trailer or ours
– FREE assistance with your Operator’s Licence application (if you hire a TM)
– Insurance: HGV and PSV vehicles, cheapest on the market
– HGV parking and registered operating centres
– Transport manager (CPC holder) for your O-licence, no course or exam is necessary
– Trailers for hire or lease
– Financing to purchase your vehicles
– Compliance with regulations
– Unlimited consulting and office support while you are driving

HGV PARKING AVAILABLE ANYWHERE IN THE UK – FROM £50 PER WEEK.

LOANS AVAILABLE TO MEET THE FINANCIAL STANDING REQUIREMENTS OF YOUR OPERATOR’S LICENCE. EASY TO QUALIFY AND QUICK PROCESSING.

TRANSPORT MANAGER (CPC HOLDER) AVAILABLE FOR YOUR HGV OR PSV (HAULAGE OR PASSENGER) O-LICENCE ANYWHERE IN THE UK – FROM £350 PER MONTH.

Join our Facebook groups with over 50,000 members: “Transport Managers CPC UK” and “Professional Truck Drivers UK” to network and ask questions.

Step-by-step guide to applying for an O-licence: https://transportforum.com/viewtopic.php?t=97

Call Dmitry Nade on 07833 684449 (phone and WhatsApp) or email admin@transportforum.com
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TRANSPORT MANAGERS WANTED – CPC HOLDER – PSV, HGV – ALL of UK – EXTERNAL PART-TIME

WE PROVIDE TRANSPORT MANAGER SERVICES ANYWHERE IN THE UK.

If you have a national or international CPC for HGV or PSV (road haulage or passenger) obtained in the UK or any EU country, earn additional income working part-time locally as an external transport manager. Use our full support and advice for operator licence applications and maintenance. We cover all of the UK, so if you are based in a different area from where this ad is posted, you can still apply.

Use the 📍TM Map to find transport managers on a map in your area and contact them directly at TransportForum.com/map. You can also find the same map if you Google “TM Map”. If you are a transport manager, add yourself to the 📍TM Map for free at TransportForum.com/map and clients will be able to find you on the map and contact you directly without intermediaries.

TO APPLY, EMAIL YOUR CV OR JUST THE FOLLOWING 5 ANSWERS TO info@hirett.com
– Name
– Phone number
– City (not region) where you are based
– Is your CPC in road haulage (HGV) or passenger (PSV)?
– Is your CPC national or international?

GET £100 IF YOU REFER AN OPERATOR TO US: hirett.com/referrals

NEED A TRANSPORT MANAGER FOR YOUR O-LICENCE (ANYWHERE IN THE UK)?
Call Dmitry Nade on 07833 684449 (phone and WhatsApp) or email admin@transportforum.com
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Join our Facebook groups with over 46,000 members: “Transport Managers CPC UK” and “Professional Truck Drivers UK” to network and ask questions.

Join The Transport Forum for free – the largest transport and logistics association in the UK by far.

We have more members than all the other associations combined including the RHA and Logistics UK. It’s free and we have no membership fee. When you join, you will be able to network with other members and read our daily discussions about very useful transport topics. You can also ask any transport questions and get immediate answers. We have 2 Facebook groups, several WhatsApp groups, Reddit and a forum website. Join at the links below.

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