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HGV Class 1 Driver

Job details
Posting date: 28 May 2026
Salary: £17.00 per hour
Additional salary information: Up to £500 Bonus Available
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 27 June 2026
Location: Preston, PR3 5AQ
Remote working: On-site only
Company: Smart Solutions (Recruitment) Limited
Job type: Temporary
Job reference: Jepps Lane, Preston

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Summary

HGV Class 1 (C+E) Driver – Walking Floor | Tramping | Ongoing Work | Temp to Perm

Location: Barton, Preston (PR3)

Pay: £16.00 + £7 meal allowance (when tramping) + £25 night out
Bonus: £500 after 12 weeks

Looking for steady work instead of last-minute shifts?

If you’re tired of agency roles being cancelled, inconsistent hours, or not knowing what your week looks like — this role offers reliable, ongoing work with a clear route to a permanent job.

The Role
We are recruiting HGV Class 1 (C+E) Drivers for a full-time, ongoing position based in Preston.

This role involves operating walking floor (moving floor) trailers, transporting waste and recyclable materials to and from processing sites across the UK. Work is generally straightforward and repetitive, allowing drivers to get into a routine.

Walking floor / moving floor trailers (waste & recycling work)
Deliveries and collections between depots, transfer stations and landfill/recycling sites
Minimal handball – trailers are self-discharging
Tramping role – nights out required during the week
Monday to Friday – no weekend work
05:00 start times
Long, steady shifts with full use of driving hours
Vehicles are well maintained and planned routes provided
What You’ll Get

Guaranteed, ongoing work – no shift cancellations
Structured Monday to Friday schedule
£7 daily meal allowance (when tramping)
£25 night out allowance
£500 bonus after 12 weeks
Opportunity to secure a permanent contract
Straightforward work with a well-established operation
What We’re Looking For

Valid HGV Class 1 (C+E) licence
CPC and Digital Tachograph Card
Minimum 1 year Class 1 driving experience
Walking floor / moving floor experience – essential
Background in waste, recycling, bulk haulage or tipper work preferred
Reliable drivers who want consistent, long-term work
Additional Information
This is a temp-to-perm role, with permanent positions offered after 12 weeks to drivers who show reliability and commitment.

Apply Now
If you’re looking for stability, consistent work and a long-term opportunity, apply today.

Smart Solutions proudly supports the Armed Forces Covenant. We are committed to ensuring that those who serve or have served in the Armed Forces, and their families, are treated fairly. We welcome applications from members of the Armed Forces community and value the skills, experience, and dedication they bring.

Job Types: Full-time, Temp to perm

Work Location: In person

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