HGV Class 1 Driver

HGV Class 1 Driver (C+E)

Competitive Pay Rates | Pre-Booked Rotas | Clean Trunking Work

Are you an experienced HGV Class 1 Driver looking for stable, ongoing work with excellent rates of pay and a predictable schedule? We are currently recruiting for a professional and reliable Class 1 Driver to join a well-established operation based in Preston (PR2).

This is an excellent opportunity to secure long-term work with a supportive team, modern vehicles, and pre-booked shifts that help you plan your work-life balance.

Pay Rates

Monday - Thursday

• £19.15 per hour
• £27.25 per hour overtime after 8 hours

Friday

• £19.15 per hour until midnight
• £24.52 per hour after midnight
• £27.25 per hour overtime after 8 hours

Saturday

• £24.52 per hour until midnight
• £27.25 per hour after midnight
• £27.25 per hour overtime after 8 hours

Sunday

• £27.25 per hour until midnight
• £19.15 per hour after midnight
• £27.25 per hour overtime after 8 hours

Please note: A 45-minute break is deducted daily

Shift Information

• Ongoing, pre-booked assignments
• Monday to Sunday operation
• Start times between 14:00 and 18:00
• Average shift length of 12 hours
• Pre-planned rotas for greater work-life balance
• Consistent and reliable workload

The Role

As an HGV Class 1 Driver, your duties will include:

• Straight trunk runs to Midlands hubs and back
• No multi-drop deliveries
• No handballing or manual handling
• Maintaining high standards of safety and compliance
• Accurate completion of all driving and vehicle documentation
• Delivering professional service at all times

This is clean, straightforward driving work ideal for drivers who prefer trunking operations.

Fleet & Equipment

• Modern fleet of vehicles
• Telematics systems in place
• Advanced route-planning technology
• Well-maintained and reliable equipment

Essential Requirements

To be considered, you must have:

• Full UK Class C+E (Class 1) Licence
• Valid Driver CPC
• Digital Tachograph Card
• Minimum 12 months' HGV Class 1 driving experience
• Tachograph data demonstrating work history over the previous 6 months
• A professional and safety-focused attitude

Benefits

• Excellent rates of pay
• Ongoing, regular work
• Pre-booked shifts and rotas
• Supportive and structured working environment
• Onsite parking
• Opportunity for long-term career stability
• Modern vehicles and equipment

Why Drivers Like This Contract

• Predictable hours and schedules
• Pre-booked work allows for better family and personal planning
• Local depot support
• Strong driver retention
• Long-term opportunities available

What Our Drivers Say

"Supportive team, great trucks, and long-term opportunities."

Many drivers remain on this contract due to the consistent work, excellent team environment, and career stability on offer.

Drivers with Experience From

We welcome applications from drivers who have previously worked with or in similar environments to:

• FedEx
• Royal Mail Group
• National parcel networks
• Distribution and trunking operations

Apply Today

If you're an experienced HGV Class 1 Driver looking for ongoing work in Preston, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now with your up-to-date CV and a member of our recruitment team will contact you within 48 hours.

Need More Information?

Please note: The work is based in Preston (PR2); however, this contract is managed by our Newcastle branch.

📞 Call: 0191 230 1050 for more information or to discuss your application.

We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to promoting equal opportunities for all candidates.

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