HGV Class 1 Night Driver
HGV Class 1 Night Driver
Salary: £45,146 per annum
Location: Northampton
Contract: Permanent, Full Time
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 a key requirement of this role.
The Role
Our client is a leading provider of innovative supply chain solutions and is recruiting a reliable and experienced HGV Class 1 (C+E) Night Driver to provide a safe, reliable, and customer-focused Class 1 driving service from their Northampton operation.
Key Responsibilities
- Operate HGV Class 1 (C+E) vehicles safely and professionally from the Northampton site
- Complete deliveries and collections in line with customer requirements and service level agreements
- Demonstrate a strong customer-focused approach at all customer locations, acting as a professional ambassador for the business
- 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 in line with company procedures
- 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 company Health & Safety policies and site rules
- Take responsibility for personal safety and the safety of others
- 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
- Competitive salary with annual reviews
- Discretionary bonus
- Pension scheme
- Free eye test and up to £69 voucher towards glasses
- Interest-free company loan
- Free on-site parking
- Referral bonus of £750
- Care First Lifestyle Programme
- Annual flu jabs
- Group Life Policy
- Electric vehicle charging points on site
- Flexible career pathway
- Access to Supply Chain Academy learning and development
- Enhanced holiday scheme
- Apprenticeship opportunities
- Private health care
About Our Client
Our client is a leading logistics and supply chain solutions provider at the forefront of change in the logistics and global trade management market. People are the backbone of their business, which is why they invest in training and development at all levels.
Their Values
- Pride – Their people are proud of the work they do
- Improvement – They encourage constructive challenge so everyone can reach their full potential
- Commitment – They are committed to delivering exceptional service
- Reward – People are rewarded for the contribution and value they provide
- Involvement – Their people are kept well informed of progress
- Fair Treatment – Everyone is respected and encouraged to respect others