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HGV Class 1 Driver (Nights)

Job details
Posting date: 01 June 2026
Salary: £16.00 to £18.00 per hour
Additional salary information: Weekly pay for previous weeks hours for first 12 weeks
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 01 July 2026
Location: Preston, Lancashire
Remote working: On-site only
Company: NW Recruitment Services Ltd
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: NW-JH248

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Summary

HGV Class 1 Driver (C+E)

Location: Preston
Pay rate: £16.00 – £18.00 per hour wage bracket (D.O.E)
Shifts available: Night shifts, typically 45 hours per week
Term: Full-time, 12-week temp to perm (the 12-week period is acting as the probationary period on this occasion, for a permanent role after 12 weeks)

NW Recruitment Services Ltd are currently exclusively in partnership with a well-established transport and logistics operation in the Preston area with the recruitment of a HGV Class 1 Nights Driver. (Note: This is not a tramping role – these are typically regional planned routes with booking slot allocations).

This is an excellent opportunity to join a busy and professional transport team offering regular work, modern vehicles, and ongoing support.

The role
• Driving Class 1 articulated vehicles (44T) on scheduled delivery routes
• Completing vehicle safety inspections before and after shifts
• Ensuring deliveries are completed safely and efficiently, reporting any discrepancies
• Maintaining accurate transport and tachograph records in line with assimilated rules
• Securing loads correctly and following all transport compliance procedures
• Liaising with the transport office regarding route updates and delivery times

Requirements
• Valid UK Class 1 (Category C+E) licence
• Digital Tachograph Card and Valid Driver CPC
• No more than 6 penalty points (major endorsements not accepted)
• Previous Class 1 driving experience preferred (and recent to be referenceable)
• Strong understanding of driver hours and transport compliance
• Professional and reliable approach to work
• Good understanding and exposure of UK routes

What’s on Offer
• Competitive hourly rates with enhanced pay available for nights/weekends
• Flexible working patterns available
• Ongoing training and support
• Pension scheme
• Long-term opportunities with a growing transport operation

If this is the type of role you are currently seeking, submit your CV today using the relevant link or alternatively email this to j.henderson@nw-recruit.co.uk.

Don’t have a CV? Call Jamie at NW Recruitment today on 01254 786810.

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