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Pickles Recruitment
Class 1 Drivers (Refrigerated Trailers)
Lancashire
- Hours
- Full Time
- Posted
- 3 days ago
- Salary
- 16.80 - 20.20 GBP Hourly
- Recruiter
- Pickles Recruitment
- Closes
- 18 Dec 2025
- Course
- No
- Contract Type
- Freelance
- Recruiter Type
- Direct Employer
Description
Job Specification HGV Class 1 Drivers (Refrigerated Trailers)
Tramping
Location: Preston (based onsite at our client)
Pay Rate: GBP16.80 GBP20.20 per hour
Shifts: TRAMPING – Weekday & Weekend shifts available
Hours: Days and Nights available
Contract: Ongoing / Temp–to–Perm
Role Overview
We are recruiting experienced HGV Class 1 Drivers to work on refrigerated trailers based at our client s busy site in Preston. This role offers consistent work, flexible shift patterns, and competitive pay. Tramping available.
Key Responsibilities
Driving Class 1 vehicles with refrigerated trailers
Completing store deliveries, trunking, or RDC runs (depending on shift)
Ensuring temperature–controlled goods are handled correctly
Carrying out daily vehicle checks and reporting defects
Completing all paperwork and logs accurately
Maintaining high standards of safety and compliance at all times
Communicating effectively with transport and warehouse teams
Requirements
Valid HGV Class 1 (Category C+E) licence
Valid CPC and Digital Tachograph card
Previous experience with refrigerated trailers (preferred but not essential)
A safe, responsible driving approach
Strong reliability and good communication skills
Flexibility for various shift patterns
What We Offer
Competitive hourly rates: GBP16.80 GBP20.20
Weekday, weekend, day, and night shifts to suit your availability
Regular, ongoing work at a well–established site
Supportive team and professional onboarding
Opportunity for long–term placements
Ad ID: 5417440561
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