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HGV Class 1 Driver

Tyne and Wear

Blue Arrow

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Hours
Full Time
Posted
4 days ago
Salary
24.52 - 27.25 GBP Hourly
Recruiter
Blue Arrow
Closes
26 Nov 2025
Course
No
Contract Type
Freelance
Recruiter Type
Direct Employer

Description

Job Title: HGV Class 1 Driver

Contract Type: Pre–booked, ongoing

Positions Available: 1

Location: Washington, NE37

Pay Rates

Saturday: 24.52ph and 27.25ph OT after 8 hours

Sunday: 27.25ph all hours

Shift Patterns

Fixed Shifts: Saturday and/or Sunday

Average Shift Length: 12 hours

Start times vary between 14:00 – 20:00

Pre–booked rota for better planning

Job Role

Destinations: Midlands Hubs

Workload: Straight trunk to hub and back

No multi–drop

No hand ball – clean driving work only

Vehicle & Equipment Info

Modern fleet

Telematics and route planning tech used

Requirements

Full UK Class C+E Licence

Valid CPC and Digital Tachograph Card

Minimum 12 months' HGV Class 1 experience

Data available on your tachograph card displaying work over last 3 – 6 months

Benefits & Perks

Onsite parking

Pre–booked shifts for work–life balance

Supportive team and structured environment

Attractive pay rates

Why This Role is Family–Friendly

Predictable hours and local depot

Pre–booked rota allows for family planning

What Other Drivers Say

"Supportive team, great trucks, and long–term opportunities"

Many drivers stay long–term due to career growth and stability

This Role Would Suit People Who Have Previously Worked With

Fedex

Royal Mail Group

Ready to Apply?

'Apply now' to submit your CV

Response Time: Within 48 hours

We welcome applications from all backgrounds

Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.

Ad ID: 5417360871

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