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Posted 20 July, 2026

HGV Class 1 Driver

365 People
Derby, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Class 1 HGV Drivers Required Alfreton & Chesterfield

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Immediate Opportunities | Ongoing Work | Excellent Pay Rates

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We are currently recruiting experienced Class 1 HGV Drivers on behalf of a leading logistics provider operating from Alfreton, with an exciting move to a brand-new, larger Chesterfield depot planned for August 2026.

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This is an excellent opportunity for drivers looking for regular weekend work now, with the potential for full-time, ongoing opportunities as the operation expands.

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The Role

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You will be delivering chilled and ambient goods to Morrisons RDCs as part of a well-established logistics operation.

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Typical Duties:

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  • Class 1 HGV trunking and store delivery work
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  • Chilled and ambient loads
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  • Maximum of 2 drops per route
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  • Typical route structure:
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    • Depot ? RDC ? Collection ? Depot
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  • No handball involved
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  • No nights out required (unless agreed in advance)
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  • Start times available between 04:00 and 12:00
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  • Various shift patterns across a 7-day operation
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Shift Lengths

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  • Monday to Thursday: Typically 89 hour shifts
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  • Friday to Sunday: Typically 12 hour shifts
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Pay Rates

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PAYE

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  • Monday Friday - £16.50 (excluding holiday) £17.93 (including holiday)
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  • Saturday - £17.48 (excluding holiday) £19.59 (including holiday)
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  • Sunday - £18.98 (excluding holiday) £21.17 (excluding holiday
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LTD Company Drivers

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  • Monday to Friday: £20.95 per hour
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  • Saturday: £21.95 per hour
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  • Sunday: £22.95 per hour
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Available Work

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Our client can immediately offer consistent work throughout the year

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Future Opportunities

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The business is currently developing a new Chesterfield depot, which will be significantly larger than the current Alfreton operation. As customer demand grows and additional routes are introduced, there will be opportunities for drivers seeking regular full-time work.

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Requirements

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  • Valid Class 1 (C+E) Licence
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  • Valid CPC Qualification Card
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  • Digital Tachograph Card
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  • Previous Class 1 driving experience preferred but new pass drivers accepted
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  • Good understanding of drivers' hours and WTD regulations
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If you're looking for reliable weekend work with excellent rates and the opportunity to secure long-term ongoing employment, we'd love to hear from you.

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