HGV Drivers - Class 1 (Nights) & Class 2 (Days)

NW Recruitment Services Ltd

HGV Drivers - Class 1 (Nights) & Class 2 (Days)

Location: Preston / Northwest

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HGV Class 2 (Days)

  • £14.00 - £16.00 per hour
  • Local & regional deliveries (PR, LA & BB postcodes)
  • Monday to Friday day shifts (45-50 hours)

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HGV Class 1 (Nights - Trunking)

  • £17.00 - £18.00 per hour
  • Preston to Manchester, Nottingham & Nuneaton
  • Sunday to Thursday, 7:00pm-9:00pm starts, returning by approximately 5:00am
  • Weekly pay

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Both roles commence on a full-time 12-week temp-to-perm basis, subject to business requirements, attendance and performance. Permanent employment is offered following a successful probationary period.

The roles

NW Recruitment Services Ltd are working in exclusive partnership with a well-established transport and logistics operation in Preston to recruit experienced HGV Drivers.

Whether you're looking for Class 2 day work or Class 1 night trunking, you'll be joining a professional transport team offering consistent hours, modern vehicles, ongoing support and genuine long-term career prospects.

Duties

  • Drive Class 2 local/regional delivery routes or Class 1 scheduled trunking routes.
  • Carry out daily vehicle safety inspections and report defects.
  • Complete delivery paperwork and digital tachograph records accurately.
  • Load, secure and transport goods safely while complying with transport legislation.
  • Provide a professional service and maintain communication with the transport office throughout your shift.

Requirements

  • Valid UK HGV Class 2 (Category C) or Class 1 (Category C+E) licence.
  • Valid Driver CPC and Digital Tachograph Card.
  • Maximum of six penalty points (major endorsements not accepted).
  • Previous HGV driving experience preferred.
  • Good understanding of Driver Hours Regulations and UK road networks.
  • Reliable, professional and safety-conscious approach.

What's on offer

  • Competitive hourly rates.
  • Consistent 45-50 hour working weeks.
  • Weekly pay.
  • Ongoing training and support.
  • Pension scheme.
  • Modern fleet and professional working environment.
  • Permanent opportunity following a successful 12-week probation.

To apply, submit your CV using the relevant application link.

Don't have a CV?

Call Jamie at NW Recruitment Services Ltd on (phone number removed) for an informal discussion about the available opportunities.

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