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Pertemps Birmingham Commercial seeks experienced HGV Class 1 Driver for ongoing full-time work in Birmingham, delivering to large stores on retail parks for a leading retail company. The role involves two to three drops or collections per shift using a box vehicle, with minimal handball during unloading. Regular shift patterns cover Tuesday to Saturday or Sunday to Thursday, requiring one weekend day. Start times range from 03:30 to 06:00 for days and 12:00 to 15:00 for afternoons. Pay is £18.52 per hour for days, £19.66 for afternoons, rising to £27.78–£29.49 for overtime and weekends. Applicants need a valid HGV Class 1 licence, relevant driving experience, and reliability.
HGV Class 1 Driver
£18.52 – £29.49 per hour | Ongoing work | Regular shift pattern
Pertemps is recruiting experienced HGV Class 1 Drivers on behalf of a leading retail company based in Coventry.
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This is an ongoing role delivering to large stores, primarily located on retail parks. You will typically complete two to three drops or collections per shift, driving a box vehicle. Some unloading will be required, although handball is minimal.
Shift Pattern
Regular Shift Patterns Are Available
- Tuesday to Saturday
- Sunday to Thursday
Working one weekend day is essential.
Typical Start Times
- Days: between 03:30am and 06:00am
- Afternoons: between 12:00pm and 15:00pm
Pay Rates
- Days: £18.52 per hour
- Afternoons: £19.66 per hour
- Overtime and weekend rates: £27.78–£29.49 per hour
- Overtime rates apply after eight hours worked per shift
Your Responsibilities
- Completing local or distance bay deliveries to large retail stores
- Making an average of two to three drops or collections per shift
- Unloading goods when required, with minimal handball
- Delivering goods safely, promptly and professionally
- Completing vehicle checks and all relevant paperwork
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Requirements
- Valid HGV Class 1 licence
- Valid Driver CPC and Digital Tachograph Card
- At least six months’ Class 1 driving experience
- Previous RDC experience is desirable
- Comfortable completing relevant paperwork
- Willing to complete a full assessment, including theory and practical assessments and a drug and alcohol test
- Reliable, professional and able to provide good customer service
What We Offer
- Ongoing work
- Regular shift patterns
- Competitive standard, overtime and weekend rates
- Immediate starts
- Support from the transport team
- Opportunity for long-term work
If you are an experienced HGV Class 1 Driver looking for ongoing work in Coventry, Call 0121 456 4555 and select Option 4, or alternatively, apply below.
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