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Posted 14 August, 2026

Class 1 HGV Driver

Pertemps Kettering
Kettering, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

HGV Class 1 Driver - Northampton\n
Earn Up to £27.78 Per Hour | Guaranteed 8 Hours Pay | Weekend Premiums Available\n
\nAre you an experienced HGV Class 1 Driver (C+E) looking for reliable work, excellent rates of pay, and long-term opportunities?\n
\nWe're recruiting professional drivers based in Northampton to deliver palletised goods to major retail stores across the region, with routes reaching as far as Lowestoft.\n
Pay & Rewards\n
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  • £18.52 per hour (Days)
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  • £27.78 per hour Overtime
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  • Minimum 8 hours pay guaranteed every shift
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  • Overtime paid after 8 rate
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  • Weekend shifts rate for drivers working 3+ days per week
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  • Annual pay reviews
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\n The Role
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\nAs an HGV Class 1 Driver, you'll be responsible for:\n
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  • Multi-drop deliveries of palletised goods
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  • Up to 8 store deliveries per shift
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  • Using a tail lift to unload deliveries
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  • Placing pallets safely in designated delivery zones
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  • Providing a professional and customer-focused service
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Shifts Available\n
\nWe operate 7 days per week and have a range of shift patterns available.\n
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  • Priority will be given to drivers who can work at least one weekend day.
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What We're Looking For\n
\nTo be considered, you'll need:\n
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  • Valid UK HGV Class 1 (C+E) Licence
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  • Valid Driver CPC (DQC)
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  • Valid Digital Tachograph Card
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  • Minimum 2 years Class 1 experience (or 1 year retail delivery experience)
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  • No DD or DR convictions
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  • Ability to complete:
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    • 1-day driving assessment
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    • 2-day paid induction
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Driver Benefits\n
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  • Guaranteed minimum 8-hour pay
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  • Holiday pay
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  • Company pension scheme
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  • Annual pay award
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  • Driver recognition & reward programmes
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  • Access to driver training and licence upgrade opportunities
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  • Ongoing support from a dedicated transport team
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Apply Today\n
\nJoin a professional transport operation offering competitive pay, regular work, and genuine development opportunities.\n
Apply now and start your next HGV Class 1 driving role in Northampton.\n
Keywords: HGV Class 1 Driver, C+E Driver, LGV Driver, Tramper Driver, Northampton Driving Jobs, HGV Jobs Northampton, Class 1 Jobs, Retail Delivery Driver, ADR Driver, Logistics Jobs.\n
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