HGV Class 1 Driver

Blue Arrow

  • Burton upon Trent, Staffordshire
  • £16.90-25.96 per hour
  • Temporary
  • Full-time
  • 2 days ago
Job Title: Class 1 HGV Driver
Location: Burton-on-Trent
Salary: £16.90 - £25.96 per hour + Peak Bonus
Job Type: Temporary / Fixed Term (Until Jan 2026, with possible extension)
Hours: Full-time or part-time, minimum 10-hour shiftsJob Description
We are recruiting experienced and newly qualified Class 1 HGV Drivers for a well-established pharmaceutical logistics contract based in Burton-on-Trent. This is a long-term opportunity offering structured shift patterns, modern fleet vehicles, and no handballing or multi-drop.Key Responsibilities
  • Trunking only: Transporting pharmaceutical products between warehouse and depot locations across the UK
  • No manual handling: All loads are pre-packed and managed by warehouse teams
  • Route coverage: UK-wide, with structured route planning and telematics support
  • Vehicle checks: Conducting daily vehicle inspections and reporting any defects
  • Compliance: Adhering to driving regulations, tachograph rules, and company procedures
  • Communication: Liaising with transport teams to ensure timely deliveries and updates
  • Safety: Operating vehicles safely and professionally, with full training provided
Pay Rates
  • Days: £16.90/hour
  • Nights: £17.90/hour
  • Saturday: £22.20/hour
  • Sunday & Bank Holidays: £25.96/hour
  • Peak Bonus: Up to £1.00/hour extra (Aug-Dec 2025)
Bonus Scheme (Aug-Dec 2025)
  • £0.50/hour - Monthly Service Bonus (performance & compliance)
  • £1.00/hour - Attendance Bonus (paid in Jan 2026)
Shift Patterns- start times
  • PM: 13:00 - 17:00
  • Nights: 22:00 - 02:00
  • Minimum 3 shifts per week
  • Pre-booked shifts for consistent planning
  • Part-time options available
  • Minimum 10-hour shifts
Requirements
  • Full UK Class C+E Licence
  • Valid CPC and Digital Tachograph Card
  • New passes welcome - full support and training provided
Benefits
  • Pre-booked shifts for work-life balance
  • Loyalty bonuses during peak
  • CPC training and career progression
  • Supportive and inclusive team culture
  • Family-friendly scheduling
  • Modern fleet with safety systems and telematics
How to Apply
Call: 01283 537660 (Option 4)
Text: HGVBURTON to 07881 333336
Email:Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.

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