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HGV Class 1 Wagon & Drag Driver (No Nights Out)
Looking for a well-paid Class 1 role with great earning potential-without the nights away? This is an excellent opportunity for experienced drivers who want consistent work while being home every day.
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Pay & Earning Potential
* £16.30 per hour (45 hours guaranteed)
* Overtime (after 45 hours): £20.38 per hour
* Weekend rate: £24.45 per hour
Typical weekly earnings: £1,084 based on a 60-hour week
* 45 hours @ £16.30 = £733.50
* 10 hours @ £20.38 = £203.80
* 6 hours @ £24.45 = £146.70
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The Role
* Class 1 wagon & drag work across the UK
* Driving modern, well-maintained vehicles
* Transporting materials between sites and customer locations (scrap metal)
* No handball - focus on driving and delivering a professional service
* No nights out - enjoy a better work-life balance
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What We're Looking For
* HGV Class 1 (C+E) licence
* Minimum 1 year experience
* Previous wagon & drag experience preferred
* Reliable, professional, and safety-conscious
* Strong communication and customer service skills
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What You Get
* Modern fleet (Scania, DAF, Volvo)
* Consistent hours with regular overtime available (average 60-hour weeks)
* Competitive pay rates and bonus scheme
* 25 days annual leave with buy/sell options
* Enhanced maternity & paternity leave
* Full wellbeing package including GP access, counselling, and health cashback
* 24/7 confidential support services
* Financial wellbeing support (loans, savings plans, early pay access)
* Retail and lifestyle discounts
* Cycle to work scheme
The Best Connection is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.