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HGV Class 1 Driver People Solutions are currently recruiting for an HGV Class 1 Driver to join our well-established client based in the East Midlands area. This is a fantastic opportunity offering competitive rates of pay, consistent Monday to Friday work, and the chance to secure a permanent position with a respected logistics company. Shifts: • Monday to Friday• Start times between 04:00 and 16:00 Rates of Pay: • 06:00 – 18:00: £16.66 per hour• 18:00 – 06:00: £20.82 per hour Why Choose This Role?: Your benefits as a HGV Class 1 Driver are: • Weekly pay• Ongoing, long-term work• Permanent positions available for the right candidates• Site canteen facilities• Secure site parking• Overtime available• Modern 23-plate vehicles• 33 days holiday once permanent (aligned with factory shut downs)• Excellent pay rates Day-to-Day Duties: Your duties as a HGV Class 1 Driver are: • Safely and efficiently drive Category CE vehicles, completing 3–5 trunk runs per shift• Operate curtain-sider trailers and ensure all loads are correctly secured, including awkward loads• Deliver goods to various destinations in a timely and professional manner• Communicate effectively with the transport team and other departments• Adhere to company policies, procedures, and all safety regulations• Ensure full compliance with driving laws and working time directives• Complete accurate vehicle and delivery documentation Essential Skills: The skills required to be a HGV Class 1 Driver are: • Valid UK Category CE Driving Licence• Valid CPC Card and Digital Tachograph Card• Minimum of six months’ continuous experience driving Category C