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HGV Class 1 Driver

Tyne and Wear

Blue Arrow

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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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