Class 1 European/UK Lorry Driver (C+E)
| Company: | Regal South East Limited |
|---|---|
| Salary: | from £44,200 a year |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Sheerness, ME12 1DQ |
| Working pattern: | On-site |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 19 Oct 2026 |
| Closing date: | 14 Nov 2026 |
Summary
About the role:
We are looking for a reliable, professional Class 1 (C+E) Lorry Driver to join our removals operation, specialising in long-distance UK work and European removals.
This role involves regular nights away, multi-day European trips, and working closely with a porter to deliver high-quality moves for our customers across the UK and Europe.
If you are comfortable with international driving, take pride in your work, and are happy spending time on the road, this is a stable, long-term role with a growing company.
Key Responsibilities:
Driving Class 1 (C+E) vehicles across the UK and Europe
Carrying out long-distance and multi-day European trips
Assisting with loading and unloading where required
Ensuring loads are secured correctly and safely
Completing vehicle checks and defect reporting
Managing tachograph and drivers’ hours compliance
Representing the company professionally at all times
Working as part of a two-person removals crew
European Work:
Regular European driving (including ferry crossings and multi-country routes)
Full training provided on European removals procedures and customs paperwork
Initial European trips completed alongside experienced drivers
Nights away and time abroad are a normal part of the role
What we’re looking for:
What we offer:
Competitive pay
Nights-away allowance and European trip payments on top of base pay.
Regular, consistent work
Full training for European removals and customs processes
Well-maintained vehicles
Long-term, stable employment with a growing company
Supportive, family-run working environment
Services such as van hire and storage at a discounted price.
Important to note: This role is not UK-only or local day work.
This role isn't a constant tramping role and time spent away working always depends on the work we have at the time, we do expect a driver to be able to spend time away in the week when required. It's just not 100% guaranteed all the time.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
Enhanced paternity leave
Free parking
On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
Sheerness ME12: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
Class 1 HGV Driving: 1 year (preferred)
Household Removal: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
DCPC (preferred)
Passport (required)
Work authorisation:
United Kingdom (required)
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