Are you an experienced HGV Class 1 driver looking for a fantastic opportunity to earn a great income with a reputable company? If so, Driver Hire Worcester have an amazing opportunity for you.
A minimum of 1 years Class 1 HGV driving experience is essential for this role.
Job Title: Class 1 HGV Driver (C+E)
Location: WR11 Evesham
Rates: £15.75 - £17.65 per hour
Shifts: Days Available
Contract Type: Ongoing, Ad hoc days possible temp to perm for the right candidate.
Rates of Pay:
Basic: £17.65 per hour (including holiday pay)
Overtime: £21.18 per hour (including holiday pay)
Driver Hire is currently recruiting experienced Class 1 HGV (C+E) drivers for a well-established and respected client in the power generation and equipment hiresector. This is an excellent opportunity for professional drivers seeking ongoing work with consistent hours and minimal manual handling.
The Role:
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Transporting generators, power distribution units, and associated equipment to and from client sites, depots, and events
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Operating wagon & drag and/or articulated vehicles with varied load configurations
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Routes planned in advance, with support from dedicated transport coordinators.
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Occasional use of HIAB crane to assist with safe and secure loading/unloading
* No handball - most loads are mechanically handled
Key Responsibilities:
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Safely operate Class 1 vehicle with double decker trailer in line with all Drivers Hours, WTD, and company regulations.
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Secure handling and transportation of high-value power equipment
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Conduct daily walk-around checks and report defects immediately
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Complete delivery paperwork and maintain accurate records
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Communicate clearly with depot and on-site teams
Requirements:
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Valid UK Class 1 (C+E) licence
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Current Driver CPC and Digital Tachograph Card
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Minimum 2 years' Class 1 driving experience, ideally in a logistics or plant hire environment
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Wagon & Drag, HIAB, and ADR experience highly desirable
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Clean licence (no DR, DD, or IN codes, max 3 points)
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Strong understanding of load security and site safety procedures
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Flexible, professional, and dependable
What We Offer:
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Competitive pay with premium rates for nights and overtime
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Weekly pay
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Long-term, consistent work with a high-profile client
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Opportunity to work in a specialist sector with high-quality equipment
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24/7 driver support from our transport team
Why work with Driver Hire
Driver Hire Worcester is part of Driver Hire Nationwide, the UK's largest specialist transport and logistics recruiter. We provide regular, ongoing and varied work from multiple clients across Herefordshire & Worcestershire and surrounding areas but it's more than just a job with us. We treat you as a true professional and offer a warm and friendly place to work. We're proud of the fact that in our latest satisfaction survey (December 2024), 97% of candidates said they were proud to work for Driver Hire, 97% rated the level of respect received as Excellent/Good. 90% of candidates scored 8/10 or more when asked if they'd recommend working for Driver Hire (69% scored 10/10)
Interested in applying for this or any other Class 1 HGV driver role?
Please call 01905 677 371 and ask for Jess or email worcester@driverhire.co.uk
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