Class 1 Driver


Company:	Manpower UK Limited
Salary:	£18.25 - £18.25
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Rochester, ME2 4SQ
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	10 Aug 2026
Closing date:	4 Sept 2026

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Summary

Class 1 Trunking Driver - ADR

Location: Rochester

Shifts: Monday to Friday, starting at 7pm

Pay Rate: £18.25, Night out (tramping allowances)

Manpower is currently recruiting for Class 1 (C+E) ADR Drivers on behalf of our Logistics client, based in Rochester, working on a prestigious national contract transporting bulk gases across the UK.

This is an excellent

temp-to-perm opportunity offering stable work, competitive rates, Monday to Fridays only so weekends off and the chance to secure a permanent role with a leading logistics provider.

Our client is a third-party provider of transportation and logistics services that offers a range of services from, Drayage, Global freight forwarding & Full truckload transport. The company is committed to environmental sustainability and works with customers to create action plans to reduce emissions.

The Role

Transporting bulk gas products nationwide (trunking between sites and customer locations)

Carrying out deliveries across the UK

Operating Class 1 vehicles in a safe and compliant manner

Handling ADR hazardous goods in line with regulations

Managing tank discharge systems (pressure/temperature where required)

Completing vehicle checks and defect reporting

Ensuring all PPE and safety procedures are followed

Completing all delivery paperwork / ePOD systems

Communicating effectively with transport teams regarding delays or issues

Requirements

Full UK Class 1 (C+E) Licence

Full ADR licence (including tanks)

Valid CPC & Digital Tacho Card

Ideally 2+ years Class 1 experience (ADR preferred)

Newly qualified drivers welcome if they show the right attitude and potential

Maximum 6 penalty points (no DD, DR, IN, CD endorsements)

Good knowledge of the UK road network

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays.

Workplace pension scheme.

Cycle to work scheme.

High street discount programme.

Ongoing training and development opportunities.

Additional employee benefits.

This role involves the transport of hazardous materials, so a strong focus on safety, compliance, and professionalism is essential. You'll be working independently on long-distance routes, handling high-value and high-risk loads.

If you're a professional ADR driver looking for your next opportunity-or a newly qualified driver ready to step up-Manpower wants to hear from you.

If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.

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