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HGV Class 1 Driver (C+E)
Acclaim Recruitment Ltd T/A Driver Hire Ashford
london
Posted 27 Oct 2026
Closing: 26 Nov 2026
Permanent
Class 1 (C+E)
Featured
Competitive
Job Description & Overview
Driver Hire Canterbury is seeking a reliable, experienced HGV Class 1 (C+E) Driver for a temp-to-perm opportunity with our client based in Canterbury. This role offers an excellent opportunity to secure permanent employment. You will initially work for Driver Hire for 5 weeks, before transferring directly to our customer's employment, subject to successfully completing the initial period. Transport steel from Canterbury to sites across the South Operate a flatbed vehicle safely and professionally Secure all loads using chains and straps Work Monday to Friday — no weekend work Typical shifts of 10–12 hours, starting at 06:00 Complete an initial 5-week period employed by Driver Hire before transitioning to permanent employment with the customer
Valid C+E (Class 1) licence held for at least 2 years Minimum 60 days of recent commercial Class 1 experience Confidence using chains and straps to secure loads A professional, reliable and safety-focused attitude
During your initial 5 weeks with Driver Hire: 17.00–£19.05 per hour (PAYE) Weekly pay every Friday Minimum 8 hours' pay per day Holiday pay (accrued or rolled up — your choice) Pension scheme Free on-site parking On joining the customer permanently after 5 weeks: Annual salary of £40,750 47.5 hours per week 20 days' annual holiday, increasing to 25 days after 2 years' service The opportunity to secure a permanent position with a well-established customer
- Hours: Monday–Friday | 06:00 starts | 10–12 hour shifts
- Initial Pay: £17.00–£19.05 per hour (PAYE) | Weekly pay | Minimum 8 hours paid daily
- Permanent TPBN1_UKTJ
Valid C+E (Class 1) licence held for at least 2 years Minimum 60 days of recent commercial Class 1 experience Confidence using chains and straps to secure loads A professional, reliable and safety-focused attitude
During your initial 5 weeks with Driver Hire: 17.00–£19.05 per hour (PAYE) Weekly pay every Friday Minimum 8 hours' pay per day Holiday pay (accrued or rolled up — your choice) Pension scheme Free on-site parking On joining the customer permanently after 5 weeks: Annual salary of £40,750 47.5 hours per week 20 days' annual holiday, increasing to 25 days after 2 years' service The opportunity to secure a permanent position with a well-established customer
- Hours: Monday–Friday | 06:00 starts | 10–12 hour shifts
- Initial Pay: £17.00–£19.05 per hour (PAYE) | Weekly pay | Minimum 8 hours paid daily
- Permanent TPBN1_UKTJ
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Key Details
- Date Posted: 27 Oct 2026
- Location: london
- Employment Type: Permanent
- Licence: Class 1 (C+E)
- Category: General
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Acclaim Recruitment Ltd T/A Driver Hire Ashford
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