HGV Class 1 Drivers (CAT C+E)

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 20:00–03:00

Pay Rates (Including Rolled-Up Holiday Pay) :

Please note that there will be a £2 uplift on below rates between 22nd of November till 19 th 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! </p

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