Hgv Class 1 Driver

HGV Class 1 Drivers – £950–£1,145 per week-UK work permit mandatory

Gill Freight Limited | Oldbury

Pay: £950–£1,145 per week Contract dates: Sunday 15 November to Saturday 19 December 2026, inclusive Job type: Temporary – Full-time

About the role

Gill Freight Limited is recruiting reliable, professional HGV Class 1 drivers for temporary afternoon/night work based in Oldbury.

You will carry out traction-only work between fulfilment centres, dropping and swapping box trailers. No manual loading or unloading is required.

Shift pattern

• Night shifts, typically 10–12 hours.
• Full-time and part-time opportunities.
• Weekend availability required.

What we offer

• Paid for the full agreed shift, even if work finishes early.
• Traction-only work, averaging three trailer swaps per shift.
• Modern trucks with up-to-date safety technology.
• Paid holiday entitlement, pro rata to your hours and contract duration.
• Company pension.
• Free on-site parking.
• Health and wellbeing programme.
• Supportive and inclusive working environment.

Requirements

• Valid HGV Class 1 (C+E) driving licence.
• At least one years’ HGV driving experience.
• Valid Driver CPC and digital tachograph card.
• Maximum six penalty points, with no DD, DR or IN endorsements.
• Satisfactory background checks and a negative drug and alcohol test, where applicable.
• Ability to speak and read English sufficiently to follow safety instructions and complete documentation.
• Good understanding of drivers’ hours, tachograph use and road safety.
• Reliable timekeeping and a professional attitude.

Responsibilities

• Complete scheduled collections and deliveries between fulfilment centres safely and on time.
• Couple and uncouple trailers safely and complete relevant checks.
• Carry out daily vehicle checks and promptly report defects.
• Follow drivers’ hours and working-time requirements and maintain accurate tachograph records.
• Communicate professionally with site teams and transport colleagues.
• Follow site procedures and adapt driving to road and weather conditions.

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