HGV Class 1 Container & General Haulage Driver Location Chelmsford Pay Rate: £16.50 per hour (PAYE) – minimum 10 hours paid per day £18.49 per hour (PAYE including 12.07% holiday pay) Job Type: Full-time / Ongoing work/Adhoc work - days and nights We are recruiting an experienced HGV Class 1 Driver for container work and general haulage. This role involves regular port work, therefore port experience is essential. Key Responsibilities: Class 1 driving for container and general haulage Container collections and deliveries to and from UK ports Daily vehicle checks and defect reporting Compliance with drivers’ hours and road transport legislation Accurate completion of paperwork and PODs Essential Requirements: Valid HGV Class 1 (CE) licence Valid Driver CPC and Digital Tachograph card Proven Class 1 experience – mandatory Port experience – essential No more than 6 points on licence Professional, reliable, and safety-conscious Advantageous: RHIDES card Gateway card What We Offer: Competitive, transparent pay rates Minimum 10 hours paid per day Ongoing, regular work Well-maintained vehicles Immediate starts available Apply today: [Phone number] Email: [Email address] Why Choose Driver Hire? 97% of our drivers say they’re proud to work for Driver Hire 97% rate the respect they receive as Excellent or Good 90% would recommend us to a friend (69% gave a perfect 10/10) If you’re an experienced HGV Class 1 driver looking for flexibility, variety, and great pay, apply now and drive on your terms!