Location: Ryton-on-Dunsmore

Pay Rate: £19.61 – £20.45 per hour (plus 1.5x overtime rate)

Class 1 Driver - Training:

• Our client in Ryton-on-Dunsmore is opening a driving school for new and inexperienced Class 1 drivers
• Candidates will complete 2 to 3 days of driver training followed by a final assessment
• Upon successful completion of the assessment, candidates will move into ongoing work with our client
• Please note: all training days are unpaid

Class 1 Driver - Rates of Pay: Standard Rate (Weeks 1–12):

• Days (04:00 – 22:00): £19.61 per hour (inclusive of holiday pay, PAYE only)
• Nights (22:00 – 04:00): £19.89 per hour (inclusive of holiday pay, PAYE only)

Post-12 Weeks:

• Days: £19.90 per hour (inclusive of holiday pay, PAYE only)
• Nights: £20.45 per hour (inclusive of holiday pay, PAYE only)
• Overtime: 1.5x for your 6th consecutive shift

Class 1 Driver – Shifts and Hours:

• Shifts available 7 days a week
• Night start windows: 22:00 – 02:00
• Afternoon start windows: 12:00 – 14:00
• Shifts run between 8 and 12 hours per day

Class 1 Driver – The Role:

• Load, unload, and secure freight safely
• Complete scheduled deliveries and collections across varied parcel weights
• Ensure accurate completion of all delivery documentation • Perform daily vehicle checks and report any defects immediately
• Work efficiently to meet timed delivery schedules
• Deliveries may include alcohol products

Class 1 Driver – Requirements & Key Criteria:

• Valid HGV Class 1 (C+E) licence, Driver CPC, and Digital Tachograph card
• Open to newly qualified and inexperienced drivers (on-site training provided)
• Minimum age of 21 for insurance purposes
• Maximum of 6 penalty points (SP endorsements only; no other endorsement types accepted)
• Must provide a full 2-year work or education history
• Calm under pressure, flexible, with strong customer service, communication, and attention to detail

Why Choose This Role?

• Weekly PAYE pay
• Free on-site parking
• Overtime opportunities available
• Full Gi Group benefits package
• Practical training support for newly passed drivers

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