HGV Class 1 Driver

Company: People Solutions
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Location: Glasgow
Job Description:

CLASS 1 DRIVER

VARIOUS SHIFT PATTERNS AVAILABLE – 24 HOUR COVER PERIOD

PAY RATE: £17.83 PER HOUR 

People Solutions are currently recruiting for a Class 1 Driver to join our well-established client based in CAMBUSLANG, GLASGOW.

This is a fantastic opportunity offering great rates of pay and room to grow and progress.

Benefits

As a Class 1 Driver you will receive the following benefits:

  •  Excellent hourly rates
  •  Ongoing work
  •  Weekly pay
  •  Onsite canteen
  •  Training provided
  •  Immediate starts
  •  Employee Well-being Program

Rates of Pay:

  •  £17.83 per hour (this is a PAYE vacancy, so holiday pay will be accrued separately)

Day to Day Duties

Your duties as a Class 1 Driver will involve but not be limited to:

  • Delivery of goods from warehouse to store and trunking
  • Operate and drive various Class 1 vehicles in a safe and efficient manner to and from delivery locations
  • Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections
  • Ensure all cargo is loaded and secured properly
  • Adhere to traffic laws and regulations
  • Communicate effectively with dispatch and customers
  • Report any vehicle defects or maintenance needs to management

Essential Skills

As a Class 1 Driver you will need to:

  • Hold a valid UK Category CE Licence
  • Have a minimum of 24 months experience driving CE vehicles
  • No more than six penalty points for minor infringements and no major endorsement codes
  • Have a valid UK CPC Card and UK Digi Card
  • Must undergo a drug and alcohol test
  • Must be able to speak and read a good level of English
  • Punctuality and excellent time keeping skills
  • Have a good understanding of traffic laws and regulations
  • Effective communication skills

Desirable Experience

  •  Previous experience in a similar role will be beneficial

Training 

  • Driving assessment will have to be completed, including theory test
  • Following successful assessment, there will be a one-week paid induction, which will take place on day shifts
  • Industry related training and ongoing support throughout 

Contact

  • If you are ready to take on this exciting opportunity, apply today by clicking the link below or get in touch with our recruitment team to find out more

Posted: April 10th, 2025