Class 1 Driver


Company:	Perfect Placement UK Ltd
Salary:	£28,764 - £28,764
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Cardiff, CF23 9AE
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	31 Jul 2026
Closing date:	30 Aug 2026

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Summary

We are recruiting on behalf of our client, a reputable franchise-approved commercial vehicle dealership based in Cardiff, for the position of Class 1 Driver. This Class 1 Driver role offers an excellent opportunity for experienced individuals seeking a stable and rewarding career within a leading commercial vehicle retailer.

Benefits:

- Salary of £28,764 per annum, dependent on experience

- No weekend work, with early finishes every Friday

- Full in-house and manufacturer-approved training programmes

- Company pension scheme

- Opportunity for long-term career progression within a successful dealer group

- Working hours: Monday to Thursday, 8:30am to 5:00pm; Friday, 8:30am to 4:00pm

- 22 days annual holiday plus bank holidays (with holiday in lieu for any bank holidays worked)

Duties of a Class 1 Driver:

- Ensure the smooth collection, delivery, and presentation of commercial vehicles to customers, suppliers, and third-party providers

- Complete full vehicle inspections, report any damage or mechanical issues

- Accurately complete all relevant paperwork associated with vehicle collections and deliveries

- Plan vehicle movements efficiently to optimise workflow

- Maintain cleanliness of vehicles in conjunction with the valeting team

- Ensure company vehicles adhere to legal requirements and are well-maintained

- Safely operate the vehicle transporter, ensuring tachograph compliance and road safety regulations are met

- Deliver exemplary customer service during vehicle handovers

Requirements of a Class 1 Driver:

- Full UK driving licence with an active Class 1 licence, ideally with minimal points

- Organised, reliable, and capable of working independently

- Proven ability to manage multiple vehicle collections and deliveries per day

- Excellent customer service skills

- Experience operating a vehicle transporter and knowledge of tachograph regulations are desirable but not essential, as full training will be provided

- Ability to work efficiently and accurately in a fast-paced environment

This Class 1 Driver role suits motivated individuals looking to develop their career within a respected commercial vehicle dealership. Our client values professionalism, reliability, and strong customer service skills.

Contact Harry Thaxton-Woodcock, Automotive Recruitment Specialist at Perfect Placement covering Cardiff and South Wales, today to discover more about this fantastic Class 1 Driver opportunity.

Perfect Placement are the UK’s Leading Automotive Recruitment Agency so if you are looking for a Job get in touch today.

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