Class 1 Driver (CE) – Ongoing Days – New Passes Welcome

Location: Doncaster

Pay Rate: £16.77 per hour

Hours: Monday to Friday | 05:00–07:00 Starts

Guaranteed: 50 Hours Paid Per Week

Contract: Temporary/Ongoing (ADOCH Available)

The Best Connection is delighted to be recruiting Class 1 (CE) Drivers on behalf of our respected logistics client based in Doncaster.

This is an excellent opportunity to secure ongoing, full-time weekday work with a professional and well-established transport operation. Offering regular start times, a guaranteed paid week and full training support, this role is ideal for both experienced drivers and newly qualified Class 1 drivers looking to build their career.

What's on Offer?

• £16.77 per hour
• 50 hours paid per week
• Monday to Friday working pattern
• Start times between 05:00 and 07:00
• Typical shifts of 10–11 hours
• Ongoing work available throughout 2026
• ADOCH available -Minimum 8 hours paid per shift
• Full induction and training provided
• Modern fleet with truck sat nav supplied

The Role

As a Class 1 Driver, you will be responsible for delivering products primarily to building merchants throughout the region. The role will involve a combination of Class 1 and occasional Class 2 work, depending on operational requirements.

Duties include:

• Driving double-decker curtain-sided vehicles
• Completing daily vehicle checks and defect reporting
• Delivering products safely and professionally
• Using site-provided navigation systems
• Following all transport, compliance and health & safety procedures
• Signing in and out through site security
• Building knowledge of routes and products as responsibilities develop

Drivers will initially complete a single run, with duties increasing as experience and product knowledge grow.

Requirements

• Valid Category CE (Class 1) Licence
• Valid CPC and Digital Tachograph Card
• No major endorsements
• Professional and reliable attitude
• Ability to complete the assessment and induction process
• Flexibility should business requirements change in the future

Newly qualified drivers are encouraged to apply.

Additional Information

• Vehicles are pre-loaded and secured before departure
• Deliveries are unloaded by FLT operators
• Training provided on mirrorless vehicles
• Older DAF vehicles available initially if preferred
• CCTV fitted within cabs for security purposes
• No nights out currently required

Assessment & Induction

Day 1 – Assessment (Unpaid – up to 2 hours)

• Driving assessment
• Interview
• Drug and alcohol swab test

Day 2 – Full Paid Induction

Benefits of Working for The Best Connection

• Ongoing assignments throughout 2026
• Online registration
• CPC training opportunities
• Flexible working options
• 28 days paid holiday (accrual basis)
• Personal Accident Insurance
• Overtime opportunities
• Online payslips
• Contributory pension scheme
• PAYE payroll with no administration fees

Apply today to join a leading transport operation in Doncaster. Whether you're an experienced Class 1 Driver or looking for your first opportunity since passing your test, this role offers stability, support and long-term prospects.

The Best Connection is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

The Best Connection Group Limited was formed in 1991.The company has a network of 80+ branches throughout the UK, from which it specialises in the supply of temporary labour to the industrial, HGV, warehouse and distribution sector.