Job Title: HGV Class 1 Driver
Contract Type: Pre-booked, ongoing
Positions Available: 5
Location: Gateshead, NE11
Pay Rates
* Dayshift - £20.82ph minimum
* Rates increase from above depending on start and finish times
* Rate peak at £23.85ph
Shift Patterns
* Shifts: Operation runs 24-7 Monday to Sunday
* Average Shift Length: 10 - 12 hours
* Start times vary between depending on weekly requirements
* Pre-booked rota for better planning
Job Role
* Delivery Type: Parcels
* Destinations: Midlands Hubs
* Workload: Straight trunk to hub and back
* No multi-drop
Vehicle & Equipment Info
* Modern fleet
* Telematics and route planning tech used
Requirements
* Full UK Class C+E Licence
* Valid CPC and Digital Tachograph Card
* Minimum 12 months' HGV Class 1 experience
* Data available on your tachograph card displaying work over last 6 months
* We cannot accept more than 6 points or DR/DG/CD/DD/BA on a licence
Driving assessment must be passed before starting with this client
Benefits & Perks
* Onsite parking
* Pre-booked shifts for work-life balance
* Supportive team and structured environment
* Attractive pay rates
Why This Role is Family-Friendly
* Predictable hours and local depot
* Pre-booked rota allows for family planning
What Other Drivers Say
* "Supportive team, great trucks, and long-term opportunities
* Many drivers stay long-term due to career growth and stability
This Role Would Suit People Who Have Previously Worked With
* Fedex
* DPD Group
Ready to Apply?
* 'Apply now' to submit your CV
* Response Time: Within 48 hours
We welcome applications from all backgrounds
Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people