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Class 1 Tramper

Company:The Best Connection Group Limited
Salary:£17 to £17 an hour
Hours:Full-time
Location:Morpeth, NE61 3LA
Job type:Temporary
Posting date:11 Sept 2026
Closing date:11 Oct 2026
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Summary

The Best Connection (Newcastle) is currently seeking a professional and reliable

Class 1 Tramper Driver to join a long-established, family-run haulage firm based near Morpeth. This is a fantastic opportunity for a driver who enjoys life on the road and wants to work with a well-maintained, modern fleet (predominantly Mercedes-Benz) for a leader in specialised distribution.

The Role:

  • Tramping: Operating across the UK as a

    Class 1 Tramper, typically Monday to Friday.

  • Equipment: Driving Class 1 vehicles with Chipliner trailers, primarily transporting high-volume wood products.

  • Operations: Ensuring timely deliveries while maintaining high standards of vehicle care in a

    Class 1 Tramper role.

Pay & Hours:

  • £17.00 per hour (Basic rate).
  • £26.00 Night-out Allowance.
  • Paid Breaks included.
  • Weekend Overtime available to boost your take-home pay.

Requirements:

  • Valid HGV Class 1 (C+E) Licence.
  • Up-to-date CPC and Digital Tachograph card.
  • New pass drivers considered, although previous Class 1 experience is preferred.
  • Reliable, professional, and comfortable with overnight stays in a
  • Class 1 Tramper position.

Benefits of working with The Best Connection:

  • 28 days Paid Annual Leave pro-rata for PAYE (inclusive of statutory holiday).
  • Weekly pay every Friday.
  • Pension contribution.
  • Online payslips for easy access.
  • Personal accident insurance available.
  • Dedicated consultants available 24/7 to support you.

Interested?

Apply today or call our Newcastle branch to speak with our transport team for an immediate start!

The Best Connection is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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