HGV Class 1 (CE) Day & Night Drivers

Howdens Joinery | Howden, East Yorkshire

The Best Connection is recruiting experienced HGV Class 1 (CE) Drivers on behalf of our client, Howdens Joinery, the UK's leading kitchen manufacturer.

We are looking for professional and reliable Day and Night Drivers to join their busy transport operation in Howden, East Yorkshire, supporting increased volumes through to mid-November, with ongoing opportunities available following successful assessment and induction.

The Role

Day Drivers

• Curtain-side trailer multi-drop deliveries
• Delivering flat-packed and palletised kitchen furniture to trade depots
• Occasional backloads on return journeys
• Start times typically between 04:00 and 09:00

Night Drivers

• Curtain-side trailer trunking work
• Deliveries to regional distribution centres (RDCs)
• Regular return loads of raw materials
• Start times typically between 15:00 and 21:00

What We're Looking For

This role requires a high level of professionalism and driving competence. Drivers must be confident with:

• Curtain-side trailers
• Load securing and strapping
• Vehicle coupling and uncoupling
• Tachograph and Working Time Directive compliance
• Safe and efficient driving practices

Driver performance is monitored through Microlise, so candidates must be comfortable working within a KPI-driven operation.

Pay Rates

• Monday to Friday: £19.94 per hour
• Weekend Rate: £24.65 per hour
• Night Shift Allowance: £15.66 per shift
• Night Out Allowance: £31.65 per night
• All breaks paid
• Minimum 8 hours guaranteed per shift

Induction Process

Day Drivers

Two-day assessment and induction:

• Driver awareness and safety training
• Tachograph and Highway Code review
• Practical driving assessment
• Accompanied working shift

Night Drivers

One-night induction:

• Safety and compliance training
• Practical assessment
• Accompanied trunking shift

Successful candidates will have access to ongoing, full-time work.

Essential Requirements

• Valid HGV Class 1 (CE) licence
• Minimum 12 months' Class 1 driving experience
• Recent and active Class 1 driving history
• Strong curtain-side and load-strapping experience
• Maximum 6 penalty points
• No DR, DG or DD endorsements

Apply Today

If you're an experienced Class 1 Driver looking for well-paid, ongoing work with one of the UK's leading manufacturers, we'd like to hear from you.

Call The Best Connection Goole today on 01405 780380 or apply online now.