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Blue Arrow
HGV Class 1 Driver
Tyne and Wear
- Hours
- Full Time
- Posted
- 22 hours ago
- Salary
- 18.15 - 26.25 GBP Hourly
- Recruiter
- Blue Arrow
- Closes
- 15 Apr 2026
- Course
- No
- Contract Type
- Freelance
- Recruiter Type
- Direct Employer
Description
Job Title: HGV Class 1 Driver
Contract Type: Pre–booked, ongoing
Positions Available: 4
Location: Washington, NE37
Pay Rates
Monday – Friday: 18.15ph and 25.25ph OT after 8 hours
Saturday: 23.52ph and 25.25ph OT after 8 hours
Sunday: 26.25ph all hours
Shift Patterns
Shifts: Availability Monday through till Sunday – 24/7 operation – bulk of the work will be Monday to Friday
Average Shift Length: 12 hours
Start times vary between 14:00 – 20:00
Routes can be double manned
Pre–booked rota for better planning
Job Role
Destinations: Midlands Hubs
Workload: Straight trunk to hub and back or x1 collection on the way to the Hub
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 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: 5418044102
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