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: £45,000 - £50,000 average take home salary (PAYE)
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:
- 28 days holiday per year (note: no approvals in 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:
* Allocated lorry (tracked) for your own use.
* Vehicles fitted with fridges and microwaves.
* 3 fuel cards provided per HGV (filled on last day, as close to site as possible).
* Secure access to customer sites via fob, electric gate, or mobile app (depending on site)
* 24/7 mechanic and breakdown support, including national helpline for blow-outs and tow-home cover.
* 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.
Interested? Submit your CV to Jamie today using the "apply" link.
Questions? Contact Jamie at NW Recruitment today on (phone number removed)