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HGV Class 1 Driver

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Posted on Jul 15, 2026 by CV-Library
Rushden, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom
Logistics
Immediate Start
£18 - £18 Hourly
Full-Time
Job Title: HGV Class 1 Driver
Location: Rushden, NN10
Employment Type: Full Time, permanent
Shifts: Monday – Friday, 06:00-07:00am starts
Pay: £18.00ph

Freight Force Recruitment Ltd are acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this permanent vacancy.

About the Role

We are currently seeking a reliable and professional HGV Class 1 Driver to join our transport team based in Rushden, NN10. This role involves rigid and tail-lift, up to 7 drops per day across a variety of locations delivering AdBlue and agricultural products and general, palletised freight.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced driver who is comfortable with multi-drop work and who takes pride in delivering excellent service. Our client offers flexibility across shift patterns involving day work and/or nights out for drivers who are seeking tramping. Nights out are paid at £26.20 per night out.

Key Responsibilities

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Operating a Class 1 vehicle in a safe and compliant manner

*

Most deliveries will be offloaded by depot staff

*

Ensuring all deliveries are completed accurately and on time

*

Conducting daily vehicle checks and reporting defects

*

Maintaining delivery paperwork and PODs

*

Adhering to driver hours, WTD and road transport legislation

*

Providing a professional and customer-focused service at all delivery points

Driver Requirements

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Minimum 2 years HGV Class 1 driving experience within the UK

*

Aged 25 years or over (insurance requirement)

*

Valid HGV Class 1 (Category CE) licence

*

Valid CPC and Digital Tachograph card

*

No more than 3 penalty points

*

No major endorsements (DD, DR, IN etc.)

*

Comfortable with manual handling duties as and where required

*

Strong reliability and time management skills

Assessment Process

All applicants will be required to complete:

*

Driving assessment

*

Interview with the Transport Manager

*

Licence and compliance checks

Pay & Benefits

*

Guaranteed 50 hours per week

*

25 days holiday plus statutory bank holidays

*

Healthcare scheme after 6 months service

*

In-house CPC training provided

*

Stable, long-term employment

*

Supportive transport team environment

This role would suit an experienced multi-drop HGV Class 1 driver looking for consistent hours, guaranteed pay, and the opportunity to join a well-established and growing transport operation

Reference: 225375191

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HGV Class 1 Driver

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Posted on Jul 15, 2026 by CV-Library

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Rushden, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom
Logistics
Immediate Start
£18 - £18 Hourly
Full-Time
Job Title: HGV Class 1 Driver
Location: Rushden, NN10
Employment Type: Full Time, permanent
Shifts: Monday – Friday, 06:00-07:00am starts
Pay: £18.00ph

Freight Force Recruitment Ltd are acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this permanent vacancy.

About the Role

We are currently seeking a reliable and professional HGV Class 1 Driver to join our transport team based in Rushden, NN10. This role involves rigid and tail-lift, up to 7 drops per day across a variety of locations delivering AdBlue and agricultural products and general, palletised freight.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced driver who is comfortable with multi-drop work and who takes pride in delivering excellent service. Our client offers flexibility across shift patterns involving day work and/or nights out for drivers who are seeking tramping. Nights out are paid at £26.20 per night out.

Key Responsibilities

*

Operating a Class 1 vehicle in a safe and compliant manner

*

Most deliveries will be offloaded by depot staff

*

Ensuring all deliveries are completed accurately and on time

*

Conducting daily vehicle checks and reporting defects

*

Maintaining delivery paperwork and PODs

*

Adhering to driver hours, WTD and road transport legislation

*

Providing a professional and customer-focused service at all delivery points

Driver Requirements

*

Minimum 2 years HGV Class 1 driving experience within the UK

*

Aged 25 years or over (insurance requirement)

*

Valid HGV Class 1 (Category CE) licence

*

Valid CPC and Digital Tachograph card

*

No more than 3 penalty points

*

No major endorsements (DD, DR, IN etc.)

*

Comfortable with manual handling duties as and where required

*

Strong reliability and time management skills

Assessment Process

All applicants will be required to complete:

*

Driving assessment

*

Interview with the Transport Manager

*

Licence and compliance checks

Pay & Benefits

*

Guaranteed 50 hours per week

*

25 days holiday plus statutory bank holidays

*

Healthcare scheme after 6 months service

*

In-house CPC training provided

*

Stable, long-term employment

*

Supportive transport team environment

This role would suit an experienced multi-drop HGV Class 1 driver looking for consistent hours, guaranteed pay, and the opportunity to join a well-established and growing transport operation
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Reference: 225375191

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