Driver Hire Bedford and Huntingdon
Hgv Class 1- Nights out
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Location
Bridgwater
Posted on
18 August 2026
Salary
£18.00 - £30.00 per hour
Job Ref
125/00770
Salary Breakdown
- Basic pay: £18.00 per hour (for days)
- Night driving: £21.00 per hour
- Night Out Allowance: £25.00 per night
- Weekend Rates: Enhanced rates up to £30.00 per hour
- Bonus: £150 per month for 100% attendance
Job Type
Ongoing
Pay Type
Weekly PAYE
Start Date
Immediate starts available
Driver Hire Bridgwater & Taunton is currently recruiting for reliable and professional Class 1 HGV C+E Tramper Drivers to support one of our fantastic clients based in Bridgwater.
This is a great opportunity for an experienced Class 1 driver looking for regular tramping work, weekly pay, and a varied role across RDC runs, trailer swaps, and general haulage. The work is mainly Monday to Friday, with optional weekend work available at enhanced rates. (Minimum 1 Year of driving experience required)
The Role
As a Class 1 Tramper Driver, your duties will include:
- Completing RDC runs across the UK
- Trailer swaps and trunking work
- Driving standard trailers or fridge trailers
- Working mixed start times across the week
- Nights out during the week as required
- Ensuring all deliveries and collections are completed safely and professionally
- Completing vehicle checks and paperwork correctly
- Representing both Driver Hire and our client to a high standard
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This role will involve mixed shifts across the week, with daytime hours paid at £18.00 per hour between 6:00am and 6:00pm and night hours paid at £21.00 per hour between 6:00pm and 6:00am.
What We Offer
- Basic pay: £18.00 per hour
- Night rate: £21.00 per hour
- Night Out Allowance: £30.00 per night
- Optional weekend work: Enhanced rates up to £30.00 per hour
- Bonus: £150 per month for 100% attendance
- Weekly PAYE pay
- Pension contributions
- Holiday pay accrued
- Ongoing work
- Immediate starts available
- Support from a local, professional Driver Hire team
Requirements
To be considered for this role, you must have:
- Full UK Class 1 HGV C+E licence
- Valid CPC qualification
- Valid Digital Tachograph Card
- Minimum 1 Year Class 1 Driving Experience
- Good knowledge of driver hours and working time regulations
- A professional and flexible approach to work
- Confidence with tramping, RDC runs, and trailer swaps
- Good communication skills and reliability
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About Driver Hire
Driver Hire is the UK’s largest specialist transport and logistics recruiter, with a nationwide franchised network. Driver Hire Bridgwater & Taunton is locally and independently owned, offering a family-run service with the backing of a national brand.
We work with a wide range of respected transport and logistics clients across Somerset and the surrounding areas, offering regular driving opportunities, weekly pay, and ongoing support.
Apply Today
Immediate starts are available for suitable drivers.
Call Driver Hire Bridgwater & Taunton today on 01823 332100 to discuss the role and secure your next opportunity.
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