HGV Class 1 Driver (Tramping)
Location: Tarleton, Preston
Company: NW Recruitment Services Ltd (on behalf of our client)
Job Type: Full-time, 40 - 45 hour week, permanent role from day one
Pay: £40,000 - £50,000 per year average
Expenses on this role are paid weekly, salary is paid monthly. Any hours worked on a 6th day (standard 5 out of 7 day working pattern) are paid at overtime on 1.5x the hourly rate equivalent.
About the role:
NW Recruitment Services Ltd are looking for enthusiastic and committed HGV Class 1 Drivers on behalf of our client. This is an excellent opportunity to secure a long-term position with a well-established business that prides itself on delivering a high-quality service across the UK. This role offers competitive pay, excellent benefits, and the chance to be part of a supportive and professional working environment.
Pay & benefits:
Early starts (before 4am) and late finishes (after 8pm) paid at £22.19 per hour28 days holiday per year (note: no holiday approvals during peak, Aug 26 - Oct 26).
Christmas Day and New Year’s Day off.
Company pension contribution.
Service station reimbursements.
Professional, supportive working environment.
Flexibility to use your known stops. Company preferred stops are not this role.
Hours & working pattern:
* Hours worked before 4am or after 8pm are paid at x 1.5 overtime.
* Average 45 driving hours per week in line with assimilated rules.
* Standard 5-day tramping pattern (2 weeks long shifts / 2 weeks short shifts).
* Some waiting at customer sites (overnight stays required).
* Drivers are paid from the moment they clock on, to the moment they clock off.
* You are paid for nights / overnight stays.
* Week 1 = long week, Week 2 = short week.
* Never any unpaid driving time.
Vehicles & equipment:
1. Allocated lorry (tracked) for your own use.
2. Vehicles fitted with fridges and microwaves.
3. 3 fuel cards provided per HGV (filled on last day, as close to site as possible).
4. Secure access to customer sites via fob, electric gate, or mobile app (depending on site)
5. 24/7 mechanic and breakdown support, including national helpline for blow-outs and tow-home cover.
6. Ability to stay at preferred or driver-known stops, or those suggested by company.
Key responsibilities:
* Working 5 days out of 7 with optional overtime.
* Shifts will include weekends and / or nights out (tramping required).
* Completing collections and deliveries from suppliers and customers, including bulk, boxes, and/or bags.
* Safely strapping loads (mainly wooden boxes).
* Adhering to all aspects of safety, hygiene, and site rules.
* Ensuring compliance with transport legislation, including vehicle defect reporting.
* Understanding and working within Driver’s Hours and WTD legislation.
* Maintaining your allocated vehicle/trailer, keeping it clean and tidy.
Requirements:
* Current valid C + E HGV Licence.
* Valid Digital Tachograph Card and CPC Card.
* Minimum 2 years’ HGV driving experience with fewer than 6 penalty points.
* Forklift licence experience / current licence desirable.
* Experience with produce bulker, tautliner, or low loader desirable.
* Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
* Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
* Flexible, reliable, and professional approach