HGV Class 1 Night Driver - Northampton
| Company: | Uniserve |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £42,000 |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Working pattern: | Remote |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 6 Jul 2026 |
| Closing date: | 5 Aug 2026 |
Summary
We are recruiting a reliable and experienced Class 1 (C+E) Night Driver.
This role involves the safe and efficient movement of trailers between sites, ensuring production and warehouse operations are fully supported overnight. This is a regular, planned operation with consistent routes, start times, and workloads, suited to drivers who value stability and routine.
Key Responsibilities:
Safely couple and uncouple trailers, ensuring all connections are secure
Complete vehicle and trailer checks in line with company and legal requirements
Ensure loads are transported safely, securely, and in line with site rules
Maintain accurate completion of all required paperwork and digital records
Adhere to Drivers’ Hours, Working Time Directive, and company compliance standards
Communicate effectively with site teams, transport planners, and supervisors
Represent the business professionally when on customer and factory sites
Report defects, delays, or incidents promptly in line with company procedures
Skills & Requirements:
Valid Class 1 (C+E) licence
Valid Driver CPC and Digital Tachograph card
Previous Class 1 driving experience Good understanding of drivers’ hours and compliance requirements
Strong safety awareness and attention to detail
Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently on night shifts
Previous experience working on factory or warehouse sites (Desirable)
Familiarity with night operations and controlled shunt movements (Desirable)
Benefits:
Joining our team means you'll not only enjoy a competitive salary and annual reviews, but also some pretty awesome perks:
Competitive Salary: We value your skills and commitment
Discretionary Bonus: Because your hard work deserves to be rewarded
Pension Scheme: We've got your future covered
Annual Salary Review: Your growth matters to us
Free Eye Test and up to £69 Vouchers towards Glasses: Taking care of your vision
Interest-Free Company Loan: We're here to support you
Free On-Site Parking: Convenient and hassle-free
Referral Bonus £750: Spread the word and earn some extra cash
Care First Lifestyle Programme: Because your well-being matters
Flu Jabs Annually: Stay healthy, on us
Group Life Policy: We've got you covered
Electric Vehicle Charging Points at Work: Embrace sustainable transport
Flexible Career Pathway: Grow with us!
Supply Chain Academy: We create, deliver and manage learning that strengthens our organisation and the wider supply chain
Enhanced Holiday Scheme: we believe loyalty should be rewarded
Apprenticeships: Earn while you learn we offer apprenticeships that build talent in vital areas like technology, people, finance, operations and much more
Private Health Care: We are committed to your wellbeing