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Class 1 Driver Nights

Company:The Best Connection Group Limited
Salary:£17.43 to £21.52 an hour
Hours:Full-time
Location:Gateshead, NE11 0PZ
Working pattern:On-site
Job type:Temporary
Posting date:8 Oct 2026
Closing date:7 Nov 2026
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Summary

The Best Connection is currently recruiting for

HGV Class 1 (CE) Night Drivers for an ongoing position with our prominent client based in

Team Valley, Gateshead.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced

HGV Class 1 Night Driver looking for regular, ongoing work on a

4 on / 4 off shift pattern, with competitive pay rates and a genuine

temp-to-perm opportunity.

The Role

HGV Class 1 Night Driving: Safely and efficiently completing trunking and transport duties during night-time hours.

Trunking: Completing planned trunking work between sites, with no requirement for multi-drop deliveries.

Shunting: Moving HGV vehicles and trailers around the client's secure site when required.

Vehicle safety: Completing vehicle checks and ensuring loads are transported safely and securely.

Ongoing work: This is an ongoing temporary position with the opportunity to become permanent for the right candidate.

Hours of Work

  • 4 on / 4 off shift pattern

  • Night shift

  • Regular, ongoing work

  • Weekend and bank holiday working as part of the rota

Pay Rates

  • Monday to Friday: £17.43 per hour

  • Monday to Friday after 8 hours: £18.45 per hour

  • Saturday: £17.68 per hour

  • Sunday: £19.48 per hour

  • Bank Holidays: £21.52 per hour

The Candidate Requirements

Licence: A valid UK

HGV Class 1 (Category CE) driving licence.

CPC: A valid Driver CPC qualification.

Digital Tachograph: A valid Digital Tachograph Card.

Experience: Previous

HGV Class 1, trunking or night driving experience is preferred.

Night driving: Candidates must be comfortable working regular night shifts and operating on a 4 on / 4 off rota.

Reliability: A strong attendance record and a flexible approach to shift work are essential.

Location: Applicants should be able to reliably commute to

Team Valley, Gateshead/Newcastle.

Why Work for The Best Connection?

  • Excellent

    • HGV Class 1 night driver pay rates

  • Genuine

    • temp-to-perm HGV driving opportunity

  • Ongoing, regular work

  • 4 on / 4 off shift pattern

  • Night driving work

  • 24/7 consultant support

  • Pension contributions

  • Online payslips and holiday accrual

  • Personal accident insurance

  • Access to the

    • 'Perks at Work' temporary worker benefit scheme

This is a fantastic opportunity for an

HGV Class 1 Night Driver in Newcastle, Gateshead or the surrounding areas looking for ongoing night trunking work with the potential to secure a permanent position.

Suitable candidates will be invited to register online.

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

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