Class 1 Driver
Job Title: Class 1 Night Driver (Trunking)
Location: Wetherby
Pay Rate: £19.04 - £21.34p/h (£19.04 basic + £2.30 holiday pay = £21.34 total)
Shifts: Monday to Friday - Night Shifts 20:00 start time
Licence Type: Class 1 - C+E
Experience: 12 months experience essential
Looking for your next driving role with great pay, regular work and immediate starts?
Fifth Wheel Recruitment are currently recruiting professional Class 1 Drivers to join our client in Wetherby, who is a national drinks supplier, providing 1000s of alcohol products to hospitality business, across wine, spirits, beer, cider and soft drinks
What's in it for you?
Competitive pay rates of £19.04 - £21.34p/h (£19.04 basic + £2.30 holiday pay = £21.34 total)Immediate starts availableWeekly pay every FridayOvertime opportunities to maximise your earningsRegular, ongoing workFull-time hours availableFree training and upskilling opportunitiesExcellent temp-to-perm opportunities (where applicable)Modern fleet and well-maintained vehiclesClean, well-equipped driver facilitiesComfortable break areasSubsidised on-site canteenVending machinesFree, secure on-site parkingFriendly and supportive transport team The Role
As a Class 1 Driver, your responsibilities may include:
Driving a Class 1 vehicle 1–2 return trunking runs between Wetherby and Sunderland each night.Completing daily vehicle checks and defect reportingDelivering goods safely, professionally and on timeFollowing all Road Transport, Working Time Directive and Driver Hours regulationsCompleting all relevant paperwork and electronic records accurately
What We're Looking For
We are looking for candidates that have good timekeeping, a strong understanding of road transport regulations and a safety-focused approach to driving.
You should be able to work independently, communicate effectively with the transport team and complete deliveries efficiently.
To be considered for this role, you will need:
A valid UK Class 1 (C+E) Driving LicenceA minimum of 12 months commercial Class 1 driving experienceA valid UK Driver CPC qualification (DCPC)A valid Digital Tachograph CardA good understanding of Drivers' Hours and Working Time Directive regulationsOur client may accept up to 6 penalty points, however applications with DD, DR, CD, IN or TT endorsements cannot be accepted.
Applicants must be UK residents and able to travel to and from the site independently. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship or relocation support.
Apply Today
If you're a professional Class 1 Driver looking for reliable work, excellent rates of pay and the opportunity to join a great transport team, we'd love to hear from you.
Click Apply today and one of our Recruitment Specialists will be in touch to discuss the role and get your application moving.