Class 1 HGV Driver – Birmingham
Job Description & Overview
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Class 1 HGV Driver – Birmingham</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Location: Birmingham</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Pay Rate: £17.84 per hour</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Job Type: Ongoing / Temp to Perm</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">We are currently recruiting experienced Class 1 HGV Drivers for an established logistics operation based in Birmingham.</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">This is an excellent opportunity for a professional HGV driver looking for regular, ongoing work with the opportunity to become permanent following a successful qualifying period.</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">The Role</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">As a Class 1 Driver,</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">you will be responsible for the safe and efficient transportation and delivery of palletised goods.</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Your duties will include:</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Driving Class 1 vehicles safely and responsibly.</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Completing deliveries and collections to customer locations.</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Handling palletised goods using a tail lift and pump truck where required.</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Ensuring deliveries are completed accurately and on time.</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Assisting customers with deliveries where required.</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Completing delivery paperwork and digital delivery records.</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Carrying out vehicle checks and reporting any defects.</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Complying with all drivers' hours, tachograph and company procedures.</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Providing excellent customer service at every delivery.What We're Offering</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">£17.84 per hour</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Paid breaks – paid from start to finish</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Ongoing regular work</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Temp-to-permanent opportunity</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Company fuel card provided</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Full site induction and training</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Established Birmingham-based operation</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Consistent work for reliable drivers</p>
<h5 class="fw-bold text-success mt-4 mb-3">Requirements</h5>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">You will need:</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">A valid Class 1 (C+E) licence</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Valid CPC and Digital Tachograph Card</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Good knowledge of drivers' hours and tachograph regulations</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">A professional attitude and excellent timekeeping</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Good customer service skills</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Experience with palletised deliveries</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Experience using a tail lift and pump truck is advantageous</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">No more than 6 penalty points (some endorsements may not be accepted)All driver documentation and a DVLA licence check will be completed before you start.</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">First Shift</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">Drivers will complete a short induction before their first shift, covering the digital delivery system, Safe Systems of Work, tail lift operation and a brief tachograph test.</p>
<p class="text-muted mb-3">If you're an experienced Class 1 driver looking for good-paying, consistent work in Birmingham with the opportunity to go permanent</p>
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Key Details
- Date Posted: 02 Oct 2026
- Location: Birmingham
- Employment Type: Temporary
- Licence: Class 1 (C+E)
- Category: Distribution
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