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Posted 20 July, 2026

HGV Class 1 Driver

The Recruitment Crowd (Yorkshire) Ltd
Coventry, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

HGV Class 1 Drivers (CAT C+E)

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*NEWLY QUALIFIED DRIVERS WELCOME TO APPLY*

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ASSESSMENTS AVAILABLE ASAP!

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Location: Coventry CV8

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Job Type: Long-term ongoing

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Shift Patterns: Across Sunday to Friday (full time and part time options available)

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Start times windows:

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- Midnight - 3am

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- 12pm- 4pm

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- 4pm - 8pm

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- 8pm - Midnight

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Pay Rates:

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Weeks 1–12 (Including Rolled Up Holiday Pay)

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• Day Shift: £19.88

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• Night Shift: £20.16

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• Weekends (Saturday & Sunday): £20.16

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13+ Weeks (Including Rolled Up Holiday Pay)

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• Day Shift: £20.16

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• Night Shift: £20.73

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• 6th Day: £30.28

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• 6th Night: £31.13

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• Bank Holiday Day: £40.38

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• Bank Holiday Night: £41.52

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Average shift length: 10-12 hours (guaranteed 8 hours)

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Key Responsibilities

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• Trunking between depots, ensuring timely and safe delivery of parcels containing high - value goods.

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• Collecting high-value goods from well-known customers, including full trailer collections, drop and swap operations.

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• Occasional handling of push roller cages as required.

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• Precise reversing and manoeuvring in yards, including shunting duties when needed.

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• Completing pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.

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• Adhering to traffic laws, regulations, and company safety standards.

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• Communicating effectively with dispatch and logistics teams to ensure smooth operations.

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Requirements

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• Full UK driving licence with Class 1 (C+E) entitlement.

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• Ability for flexibility of start times from the above windows (drivers to choose which window they would prefer)

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• Valid DCPC and Digital Tachograph Card.

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• Maximum of 6 points on licence (minor offences only).

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• Successful completion of assessment (theory & practical).

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• Understanding of WTD legislation.

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• Excellent communication skills and a safety-first mindset.

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Benefits

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• Flexible shift options between full time or part time.

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• 8 Hours guaranteed shift**

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• On-site clinic days to support driver training and development.

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• Dedicated on-site recruitment and support team.

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• Long-term ongoing work with an industry-leading logistics provider.

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