HGV Driver Opportunities (Class 1 & Class 2) – Day, Night & Cover Roles

Location: Sheffield (In-Person)

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Pay Rates: £14.82 – £19.97 per hour (Depending on role)

About the Business

We are a leading nationwide provider of commercial linen and workwear services supporting healthcare and hospitality sectors. Operating from our Sheffield site, our drivers play a vital role in delivering and collecting critical supplies, maintaining strong client relationships, and upholding exceptional service standards.

Available Positions & Shift Patterns

1. Class 2 Day Driver

• Pay: £14.82 per hour

• Hours: ~48 hours per week (Monday – Friday, includes bank holidays)

• Focus: Regular daily delivery and collection routes across scheduled regional runs.

2. Class 2 Night Driver

• Pay: £15.42 per hour

• Hours: ~44 hours per week (Monday – Thursday, includes bank holidays)

• Focus: Dedicated night shifts supporting quiet-period transport operations with a streamlined 4-day working week.

3. Class 1 Cover Driver (Driving & Supervisory Support)

• Pay: £19.97 per hour

• Hours: ~48 hours per week across 5 days (Flexible shifts covering days, nights, and occasional weekends)

• Focus: Dual-responsibility role covering driver leave/absence and stepping in for transport management duties when required.

• Additional Office/Transport Duties:

  • Monitoring compliance (drivers' hours, tachograph downloads, vehicle check sheets).

  • Briefing drivers with instructions and resolving delivery issues.

  • Performing licence checks and assisting with route planning.

Key Requirements

• Licence & Experience: Valid HGV Class 1 (Category C+E) or Class 2 (Category C) licence with recent commercial driving experience. Max 3 points (no DR, DD, or IN endorsements).

• Certifications: Valid Driver CPC and Digital Tachograph card. Strong understanding of tachograph and drivers' hours legislation.

• Operational Skills: Experience with roll cages and tail lifts preferred. Ability to safely secure loads and complete delivery paperwork.

• Professional Standards: High awareness of Health & Safety, reliable, trustworthy, and a professional attitude.

• Additional Requirements for Cover Role: Basic working knowledge of MS Office/bespoke software and previous transport office/supervisory experience (preferred).

All roles are subject to a driving assessment at interview, right-to-work checks, and basic DBS checks.

Benefits & What We Offer

• Consistent, reliable shift patterns supporting a strong work/life balance

• Overtime opportunities available across roles (paid at overtime rates or taken in lieu for cover positions)

• Company Pension Scheme

• Free On-Site Parking

• Employee Referral Programme