Class 1 Driver
| Company: | The Best Connection Group Limited |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £17.50 to £26.25 an hour |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Newcastle upon Tyne, NE13 7BA |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Posting date: | 19 Oct 2026 |
| Closing date: | 18 Nov 2026 |
Summary
Class 1 Drivers - Newcastle
The Best Connection is recruiting Class 1 Drivers on behalf of an established client in the Newcastle area.
Offering day, late and night shifts, competitive pay and enhanced rates after 12 weeks of continuous service, this is an excellent opportunity for experienced HGV drivers seeking ongoing work.
The Role
- Complete deliveries to local facilities and distribution hubs.
- Carry out multi-drop or trunking work, depending on the assignment.
- Follow delivery schedules and meet timed delivery requirements.
- Adhere to strict health, safety and security procedures.
- Work independently while maintaining high standards of accuracy and professionalism.
- No heavy lifting required, as loads are loaded and unloaded for the driver.
The Candidate
- Full UK Class 1 (Category C+E) driving licence.
- Valid Driver CPC and Digital Tachograph cards.
- Held a Class 1 licence for at least two years, with recent commercial driving experience.
- Flexibility to work day, late and night shifts.
- Reliable, punctual and detail-oriented.
- Professional appearance and strong communication skills.
Hours and Pay
- Flexible day, late and night shifts available.
- Monday to Saturday days: £17.50 per hour.
- Monday to Saturday nights: £18.50 per hour.
- Overtime: £26.25 per hour after 40 hours worked weekly, Monday to Saturday.
- Sundays and Bank Holidays: £26.25 per hour for all hours worked.
- Automatic pay increase after 12 weeks of continuous service.
Benefits of Working with The Best Connection
- Ongoing work opportunities.
- 24/7 consultant support.
- Pension contributions.
- Online payslips and holiday accrual.
- Personal accident insurance.
- Access to the Perks at Work temporary worker benefits scheme.
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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