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Freedom Recruitment Capital
Class 1 Driver
Tyne and Wear
- Hours
- Full Time
- Posted
- 8 hours ago
- Salary
- 16.25 - 17.10 GBP Hourly
- Recruiter
- Freedom Recruitment Capital
- Closes
- 09 Sep 2025
- Course
- No
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Recruiter Type
- Direct Employer
Description
Job Title: Class 1 Driver
Location: Birtley
Job Type: Full–Time, Permanent
Pay Rate: GBP16.25phr rising to GBP17.10 per hour when full time
Start Date: ASAP
Edge Staffing is currently recruiting for a reliable and experienced Class 1 Driver on behalf of our client.This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well–established logistics operation offering consistent hours, competitive pay, and long–term stability.
Schedule & Shift Pattern
Start Times: Between 15:00 and 19:00
Shift Pattern: Rolling 2–week rota
Shifts: 10–hour shifts, Monday to Friday
No weekends required
Night shift role
Applicants must be flexible, with occasional early starts based on operational needs.
Key Responsibilities
Perform local self–loading collections prior to trunking.
Ensure accurate completion of all delivery and collection notes.
Maintain a clean and tidy working environment (vehicle and loading area).
Plan routes efficiently to meet delivery times.
Load and unload roll cages and pallets as required.
Work flexibly to accommodate varying job requirements.
Requirements
Class 1 licence (held for 2+ years for insurance purposes).
Valid digital tachograph card and CPC card.
Maximum of 6 penalty points on driving licence.
Confident with self–loading and unloading throughout the shift.
Benefits
Monthly pay schedule when full time
Loyalty bonus when full time
28 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays)
Long–term and stable opportunity with an established company
If interested please submit your CV and a member of the team will be in touch
Ad ID: 5416933593
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