HGV Class 1 (C+E) Night Driver – National Trunking

Location: Dordon, Tamworth
Pay: £19.63 per hour | £26.00 per hour for a 6th shift
Shift Pattern: Sunday to Friday nights
Start Times: Between 19:00 and 03:00

The Best Connection Tamworth are currently recruiting experienced HGV Class 1 (C+E) Night Drivers to join a leading national logistics operation.

This is an excellent opportunity for professional drivers looking for consistent night work, regular bookings and long-term opportunities.

The Role

You will be responsible for completing national depot deliveries across the UK, primarily during night-time operations.

Your duties will include:

• Completing nationwide depot deliveries
• Delivering to closed depots during night operations
• Completing approximately 2–4 depot deliveries per shift.
• Unloading using pump trucks and roll cages
• Collecting and loading return empties
• Completing vehicle checks and required paperwork
• Vehicles will be pre-loaded, so no loading is required at the start of your shift
• Working safely and in accordance with drivers' hours and company procedures

Please note: This role involves manual handling. Suitable handling equipment is provided.

Pay & Working Hours

• £19.63 per hour.
• £26.00 per hour for a 6th shift worked.
• Sunday to Friday nights
• Start times between 19:00 and 03:00.
• Regular night work available
• Long-term block bookings available
• Ongoing work opportunities

Requirements

• Valid HGV Class 1 (C+E) licence
• Minimum 1 year's commercial Class 1 driving experience.
• Valid Driver CPC Qualification Card
• Valid Digital Tachograph Card
• Comfortable undertaking manual handling duties
• Flexible to work national routes and night shifts
• Willingness to undertake occasional tramping/overnight stays in the cab is preferred
• Reliable and professional approach

Assessment Process

Successful applicants will be required to complete:

• Practical driving assessment
• Six-question competency test
• Drug and alcohol screening via swab test
• Urine test may be required if the swab result is inconclusive

Assessment slots are available from 18:30, with multiple slots available each day.

Training

Successful drivers will complete paid site training, which typically takes 3–4 days.

Training pay rates will be confirmed at the point of application.

Benefits of Working with The Best Connection

• Weekly pay – every Friday
• Online payslips
• Pension contribution
• Ongoing temporary assignment
• 28 days paid annual leave (pro-rata for PAYE, inclusive of statutory holidays)