HGV Class 1 (C+E) Drivers – Coventry CV8

HGV Class 1 (C+E) Drivers – Coventry CV8

NEWLY QUALIFIED DRIVERS WELCOME TO APPLY – TRAINING AVAILABLE

ASSESSMENTS AVAILABLE ASAP!

Location: Coventry CV8
Job Type: Long-term ongoing

Shift Patterns

• Across Sunday to Friday (full-time and part-time options available).
• Monday and Friday are priority shifts.

Start time windows:

• Between 13:00–17:00
• Between 20:00–01:00

Pay Rates (Including Rolled-Up Holiday Pay) :

Please note that there will be a £2 uplift on below rates between 22nd of November till 19th of December.

Weeks 1–12

• Days (06:00–22:00): £20.22 per hour
• Nights (22:00–06:00): £20.50 per hour
• Weekends (Saturday & Sunday): £20.50 per hour

13+ Weeks

• Days (06:00–22:00): £20.50 per hour
• Nights (22:00–06:00): £21.06 per hour
• 6th Shift – Days (06:00–22:00): £30.75 per hour
• 6th Shift – Nights (22:00–06:00): £31.31 per hour
• Bank Holiday – Days (06:00–22:00): £41.00 per hour
• Bank Holiday – Nights (22:00–06:00): £41.56 per hour

Average shift length: 10–12 hours (8 hours guaranteed).

Key Responsibilities

• Trunking between depots, ensuring timely and safe delivery of parcels containing high-value goods.
• Collecting high-value goods from well-known customers, including full trailer collections and drop-and-swap operations.
• Occasional handling of push roller cages as required.
• Precise reversing and manoeuvring in yards, including shunting duties when needed.
• Completing pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.
• Adhering to traffic laws, regulations and company safety standards.
• Communicating effectively with dispatch and logistics teams to ensure smooth operations.

Requirements

Full UK driving licence with Class 1 (C+E) entitlement.

Newly qualified drivers are welcome to apply, with training available.

Flexibility with start times within the advertised windows (drivers can choose their preferred window).

Valid DCPC and Digital Tachograph Card.

Maximum of 6 points on licence (minor offences only).

Successful completion of assessment (theory and practical).

Understanding of WTD legislation.

Excellent communication skills and a safety-first mindset.

Benefits

£2 per hour uplift from 22nd November to 19th December 2026.

Flexible shift options – full-time or part-time.

8 hours guaranteed per shift.

On-site clinic days to support driver training and development.

Dedicated on-site recruitment and support team.

Long-term ongoing work with an industry-leading logistics provider.

How to Apply

For more information, please apply directly with a copy of your CV today, and a member of our team will be in touch

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