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HGV 1 & 2 Driver

Key Information

HGV 1 & 2 Driver

Job Title:

Reference:

ECL-9756DF28

Posted:

30 October 2026

Location:

Castle Donington

Contract Type:

Temporary

Shifts:

Day & Nights

Pay Rate:

£15.00 - £24.00 ph

Job Description

We’re recruiting experienced Class 1 and Class 2 drivers for steady, ongoing work in Castle Donington. This is reliable, well-organized work with consistent demand and the option to work up to 5 shifts per week depending on your preference.

Class 1 Drivers – General Haulage
Monday to Friday, 5am–7am starts (occasional weekend work available).
Straightforward trunking and general haulage with minimal manual handling and reliable, well-planned routes

.Class 2 Drivers – Multi-Drop
Monday to Friday, 7am starts.
Local and regional multi-drop work with around 5–7 drops per shift. A customer-facing role with some manual handling, offering variety and structure.

Pay Rates (Class 1 & Class 2)
PAYE: £15.00 per hour (based on 10-hour shift)
PAYE Umbrella: £20.00 per hour (based on 10-hour shift)
Requirements

Minimum 12 months HGV experience (essential)
Valid CPC and Tacho card
No more than 6 points on license

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Who We're Looking For

  •  Reliable and professional drivers with a valid UK licence.

  •  You must have a valid and indate driver CPC card and Digital Tachograph (for HGV roles)

  •  A positive attitude and commitment to safe driving

  •  Experience preferred – but we also welcome newly qualified drivers for some roles

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