HGV Class 1 Driver

The Recruitment Crowd are currently recruiting on behalf of our well known and industry-leading client based in Preston. We are looking for experienced HGV Class 1 Drivers (CAT C+E) to join the team.

Shifts: Monday to Friday
Hours: 09:00am
Pay Rate: £18.35 per hour PAYE with overtime at £27.53 after 40 hours
Location: Preston, PR2
Job Type: Ongoing

The Role:

• Mainly collections with some deliveries (6- 10 collections and 1-5 deliveries).
• Manual handling required as drivers will assist with loading and unloading parcels at depots and customers locations.
• Collaborate with a team to ensure efficient operations and timely Collections / deliveries.
• Operating devices and company software to update delivery status and to communicate with the depot.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections of assigned vehicle, ensuring roadworthiness and compliance with company standards.
• Adhere to all relevant traffic laws, regulations, and company policies to maintain a high level of safety on the road.
• Effectively communicate with dispatch and logistics teams to ensure timely deliveries and pickups.

Requirements:

• Full UK driving licence with Class 1 entitlement (category C+E).
• Have at least 6 months of proven experience driving the relevant vehicle (if less than 12 months, assessment will be required).
• Valid and in date DCPC and Digital Tachograph card.
• No more than 6 points on licence (minor offences only).
• Full understanding of WTD legislation.
• Excellent communication skills.
• A safety-first mindset.

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

About TRCGroup:

As far as recruitment agencies go, we’re a bit different! We’re friendly and talented and know our stuff! As a multi-vertical recruitment agency, we source candidates for both temporary and permanent contracts across a range of disciplines. When you choose to work with The Recruitment Crowd, you’re choosing a team of devoted recruitment consultants who will only find the perfect fit for you. A job shouldn’t be a drag and that’s why we listen to individual candidate needs and match them perfectly to our clients. We invest in every candidate, addressing individual goals to ensure everyone comes out on top. That means reliable, professional, no bull recruitment.