HGV Class 1 Driver

*THE LOCATION OF THIS WORK IS PRESTON HOWEVER THIS CONTRACT IS RAN BY THE NEWCASTLE BRANCH SO PLEASE CONTACT US REGARDING YOUR APPLICATION/ WITH ANY QUESTIONS, 0191 230 1050*

Job Title: HGV Class 1 Driver
Contract Type: Pre-booked, ongoing
Positions Available: 1
Location: Preston

Pay Rates

* Monday - Friday: £18.15ph and £25.25ph OT after 8 hours
* Saturday: £23.52ph and £25.25ph OT after 8 hours
* Sunday: £26.25ph all hours

Shift Patterns

* Shifts: Operation runs 24-7 Monday to Sunday
* Average Shift Length: 12 hours
* Start times vary between 14:00 - 20:00 depending on weekly requirements
* Pre-booked rota for better planning

Job Role

* Delivery Type: Parcels
* Destinations: Midlands Hubs
* Workload: Straight trunk to hub and back
* No multi-drop

Vehicle & Equipment Info

* Modern fleet
* Telematics and route planning tech used

Requirements

* Full UK Class C+E Licence
* Valid CPC and Digital Tachograph Card
* Minimum 12 months' HGV Class 1 experience
* Data available on your tachograph card displaying work over last 6 months
* We cannot accept more than 6 points or DR/DG/CD/DD/BA on a licence.

Benefits & Perks

* Onsite parking
* Pre-booked shifts for work-life balance
* Supportive team and structured environment
* Attractive pay rates


Why This Role is Family-Friendly

* Predictable hours and local depot
* Pre-booked rota allows for family planning

What Other Drivers Say

* "Supportive team, great trucks, and long-term opportunities"
* Many drivers stay long-term due to career growth and stability

This Role Would Suit People Who Have Previously Worked With

* Fedex
* Royal Mail Group

Ready to Apply?

* 'Apply now' to submit your CV
* Response Time: Within 48 hours

We welcome applications from all backgrounds

Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.