Hgv Class 1 Driver

HGV Class 1 Driver – Plant Hire

Location: Leeds
Salary: £35,000 - £45,000 per annum
Hours: Full Time | Overtime Paid at 1.5x

About the Role

We are currently recruiting for an experienced HGV Class 1 Driver with a background in the plant hire industry to join a well-established and growing business based in Leeds.

This is an excellent opportunity for a professional driver who has experience transporting plant machinery and construction equipment. You'll be responsible for the safe delivery and collection of a wide range of plant hire equipment to customer sites, ensuring high standards of safety, customer service, and compliance are maintained at all times.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely operate a Class 1 (C+E) HGV in line with all DVSA and road transport regulations.
• Deliver and collect plant hire equipment, including excavators, dumpers, rollers, telehandlers, and other construction machinery.
• Load, secure, and unload machinery safely using the correct procedures and equipment.
• Carry out daily vehicle checks and report any defects promptly.
• Complete delivery paperwork and transport documentation accurately.
• Liaise professionally with customers, site personnel, and the transport team.
• Ensure all deliveries and collections are completed efficiently while maintaining excellent customer service.
• Follow all health and safety procedures and company policies.

Requirements

• Valid HGV Class 1 (C+E) licence.
• Driver CPC qualification.
• Digital Tachograph Card.
• Previous experience transporting plant hire or construction equipment.
• Good understanding of load securing and safe loading/unloading practices.
• Strong knowledge of transport legislation and driver compliance.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Reliable, professional, and safety-focused approach.

Desirable

• CPCS, NPORS or other plant-related qualifications.
• Experience operating plant machinery for loading and unloading.
• HIAB licence (advantageous but not essential).

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary of £35,000 - £45,000 per year.
• Overtime paid at double time.
• Modern, well-maintained fleet.
• Ongoing training and development.
• Company pension scheme.
• Paid annual leave.
• Long-term career opportunities with a growing business.
• Supportive and friendly working environment.

If you're an experienced HGV Class 1 Driver with plant hire experience looking for your next opportunity in Leeds, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today to be considered.