HGV Class 1 Driver – Temp to Perm – £18–£20 per Hour

Location: Chessington
Schedule: Monday to Friday, plus every other Saturday
Pay: £18.00 per hour | £20.00 overtime
Job type: Temporary to permanent

We are recruiting an experienced HGV Class 1 Driver (Cat C+E) to join our client’s busy and professional operation in Chessington.

This is an excellent temp-to-perm opportunity, with the potential to secure a permanent position following a successful 12-week trial period. You will be responsible for the safe and professional delivery of medicines as part of a dedicated transport team.

Pay and working hours

• Monday to Friday: 05:00–16:00
• Every other Saturday: 05:00 start, half-day shift
• Standard rate: £18.00 per hour – Advanced PAYE
• Overtime after 40 hours: £20.00 per hour
• Saturday shifts: £20.00 per hour
• Weekly pay throughout the 12-week trial period

Your responsibilities

• Safely and professionally deliver medicines
• Complete all required vehicle and delivery checks
• Keep your allocated vehicle clean and tidy
• Provide a reliable and professional service
• Work effectively with the transport team, customers and colleagues
• Represent the company positively at all times

Essential requirements

• Valid HGV Class 1 / Cat C+E licence
• Licence held for at least two years
• Minimum two years’ Class 1 driving experience
• Valid Driver CPC and digital tachograph card
• Good written and spoken English
• Reliable, punctual and presentable
• Comfortable working the scheduled hours and alternate Saturdays
• Flexible, professional and willing to support a busy operation
• Able to successfully complete the client’s driving assessment before starting

Why apply?

• Competitive rates of pay
• Regular Monday-to-Friday hours
• Overtime paid after 40 hours
• Weekly pay
• Ongoing work with a genuine opportunity to secure a permanent position
• Join an established and supportive transport operation

If you are an experienced Class 1 HGV Driver looking for stable, ongoing work in Chessington, apply today with your CV. Suitable candidates will be contacted to arrange the required driving assessment.