Hgv Class 1 Driver

Full Job Description

The Recruitment Crowd are currently recruiting on behalf of our well known and industry-leading client based in the Barnsley area. We are looking for multiple HGV Class 1 Drivers (CAT C+E) to join the team.

Hours: Days, afternoons or nights across Monday to Sunday with various start times available, average shift length of 12 hours.

Pay Rate: 14.75 - 18.50

Location: Barnsley, S74.

Job Type : Ongoing.

The role:

• Trunking between depots, ensuring timely and safe delivery of parcels.
• Reversing in the yard and manoeuvring vehicles with precision.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections of assigned vehicle, ensuring roadworthiness and compliance with company standards.
• Adhere to all relevant traffic laws, regulations, and company policies to maintain a high level of safety on the road.
• Effectively communicate with dispatch and logistics teams to ensure timely deliveries and pickups.

Requirements:

• Full UK driving licence with Class 1 entitlement (category C+E).
• Minimum of 3 months on a Class 1 licence.
• At least 28 days of work on the tachograph within the last 3 months.
• Valid and in date DCPC and Digital Tachograph card.
• No more than 6 points on licence (minor offences only).
• Successful completion of assessment, including theory element which is two questionnaires based on drivers' hours and road laws and a practical element which will be based on yard reversing and a short driving test.
• Full understanding of WTD legislation.
• Excellent communication skills.
• A safety-first mindset.

Benefits:

• Discounts at hundreds of high-street stores and supermarkets.
• Wellbeing aid.
• Financial aid.
• Legal aid.
• Clinic days on-site to support drivers with training and areas they require support.

For more information, please apply directly with a copy of your CV today and a member of our team will be in touch!