HGV Class 1 Driver (Tramping)

Location: Tarleton, Preston

Company: NW Recruitment Services Ltd (on behalf of our client)

Job Type: Full-time, 40 - 45 hour week, permanent role from day one

Pay: £45,000 - £50,000 average take home salary (PAYE)

Expenses on this role are paid weekly, salary is paid monthly. Any hours worked on a 6th day (standard 5 out of 7 day working pattern) are paid at overtime on 1.5x the hourly rate equivalent.

About the role:

NW Recruitment Services Ltd are looking for enthusiastic and committed HGV Class 1 Drivers on behalf of our client. This is an excellent opportunity to secure a long-term position with a well-established business that prides itself on delivering a high-quality service across the UK. This role offers competitive pay, excellent benefits, and the chance to be part of a supportive and professional working environment.

Pay & benefits:

- 28 days holiday per year (note: no approvals in peak, Aug 26 - Oct 26).

- Christmas Day and New Year's Day off.

- Company pension contribution.

- Service station reimbursements.

- Professional, supportive working environment.

- Flexibility to use your known stops. Company preferred stops are not this role.

Hours & working pattern:

- Hours worked before 4am or after 8pm are paid at x 1.5 overtime.

- Average 45 driving hours per week in line with assimilated rules.

- Standard 5-day tramping pattern (2 weeks long shifts / 2 weeks short shifts).

- Some waiting at customer sites (overnight stays required).

- Drivers are paid from the moment they clock on, to the moment they clock off.

- You are paid for nights / overnight stays.

- Week 1 = long week, Week 2 = short week.

- Never any unpaid driving time.

Vehicles & equipment:

* Allocated lorry (tracked) for your own use.

* Vehicles fitted with fridges and microwaves.

* 3 fuel cards provided per HGV (filled on last day, as close to site as possible).

* Secure access to customer sites via fob, electric gate, or mobile app (depending on site)

* 24/7 mechanic and breakdown support, including national helpline for blow-outs and tow-home cover.

* Ability to stay at preferred or driver-known stops, or those suggested by company.

Key responsibilities:

* Working 5 days out of 7 with optional overtime.

* Shifts will include weekends and / or nights out (tramping required).

* Completing collections and deliveries from suppliers and customers, including bulk, boxes, and/or bags.

* Safely strapping loads (mainly wooden boxes).

* Adhering to all aspects of safety, hygiene, and site rules.

* Ensuring compliance with transport legislation, including vehicle defect reporting.

* Understanding and working within Driver's Hours and WTD legislation.

* Maintaining your allocated vehicle/trailer, keeping it clean and tidy.

Requirements:

* Current valid C + E HGV Licence.

* Valid Digital Tachograph Card and CPC Card.

* Minimum 2 years' HGV driving experience with fewer than 6 penalty points.

* Forklift licence experience / current licence desirable.

* Experience with produce bulker, tautliner, or low loader desirable.

* Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).

* Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

* Flexible, reliable, and professional approach.

Interested? Submit your CV to Jamie today using the "apply" link.

Questions? Contact Jamie at NW Recruitment today on (phone number removed)