Class 1 Driver Nights (JN -092025-10734) Gateshead, England

Salary: GBP17.43 - GBP21.52 per hour

The Best Connection is currently recruiting for HGV Class 1 (CE) Night Drivers for an ongoing position with our prominent client based in Team Valley, Gateshead.

 

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced HGV Class 1 Night Driver looking for regular, ongoing work on a 4 on / 4 off shift pattern, with competitive pay rates and a genuine temp-to-perm opportunity.

 

The Role

HGV Class 1 Night Driving: Safely and efficiently completing trunking and transport duties during night-time hours.

Trunking: Completing planned trunking work between sites, with no requirement for multi-drop deliveries.

Shunting: Moving HGV vehicles and trailers around the client's secure site when required.

Vehicle safety: Completing vehicle checks and ensuring loads are transported safely and securely.

Ongoing work: This is an ongoing temporary position with the opportunity to become permanent for the right candidate.

 

Hours of Work

  • 4 on / 4 off shift pattern
  • Night shift
  • Regular, ongoing work
  • Weekend and bank holiday working as part of the rota

Pay Rates

  • Monday to Friday: £17.43 per hour
  • Monday to Friday after 8 hours: £18.45 per hour
  • Saturday: £17.68 per hour
  • Sunday: £19.48 per hour
  • Bank Holidays: £21.52 per hour

The Candidate Requirements

Licence: A valid UK HGV Class 1 (Category CE) driving licence.

CPC: A valid Driver CPC qualification.

Digital Tachograph: A valid Digital Tachograph Card.

Experience: Previous HGV Class 1, trunking or night driving experience is preferred.

Night driving: Candidates must be comfortable working regular night shifts and operating on a 4 on / 4 off rota.

Reliability: A strong attendance record and a flexible approach to shift work are essential.

Location: Applicants should be able to reliably commute to Team Valley, Gateshead/Newcastle.

 

Why Work for The Best Connection?

  • Excellent HGV Class 1 night driver pay rates
  • Genuine temp-to-perm HGV driving opportunity
  • Ongoing, regular work
  • 4 on / 4 off shift pattern
  • Night driving work
  • 24/7 consultant support
  • Pension contributions
  • Online payslips and holiday accrual
  • Personal accident insurance
  • Access to the 'Perks at Work' temporary worker benefit scheme

This is a fantastic opportunity for an HGV Class 1 Night Driver in Newcastle, Gateshead or the surrounding areas looking for ongoing night trunking work with the potential to secure a permanent position.

 

Suitable candidates will be invited to register online.