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:	6 Nov 2026
Closing date:	6 Dec 2026

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Summary

The Best Connection are currently recruiting experienced HGV Class 1 (CE) Night Drivers for ongoing work based in Team Valley, Gateshead.

This is an excellent opportunity for professional HGV drivers seeking regular night work, competitive pay rates and the potential for permanent employment.

The role involves night trunking and shunting duties, with a 4 on / 4 off shift pattern and no multi-drop deliveries.

The Role

Driving HGV Class 1 vehicles on planned night trunking routes

Transporting goods safely between sites

Shunting HGV vehicles and trailers within a secure site when required

Completing vehicle checks and ensuring loads are secure

Following site procedures and safety requirements

Working regular night shifts on a 4 on / 4 off rota

Ongoing temporary work with the opportunity to become permanent

The Candidate

To be considered, you must:

Hold a valid UK HGV Class 1 (Category CE) driving licence

Have a valid Driver CPC qualification

Hold a valid Digital Tachograph Card

Have previous HGV Class 1 driving experience

Have trunking or night driving experience (preferred)

Be comfortable working regular night shifts

Be reliable, punctual and safety-conscious

Be flexible and able to work a 4 on / 4 off rota

Be able to commute reliably to Team Valley, Gateshead

Hours of Work

4 on / 4 off shift pattern

Night shifts

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

Why Work with The Best Connection?

Competitive HGV Class 1 night driver pay rates

Genuine temp-to-perm opportunity

Ongoing, regular work

4 on / 4 off shift pattern

24/7 support from experienced consultants

Weekly pay, online payslips and holiday accrual

Pension contributions

Personal accident insurance

Access to Perks at Work employee discounts

Apply now for these Class 1 Night Driver jobs in Team Valley, Gateshead, and secure ongoing night trunking work with the potential for permanent employment.

Suitable candidates will be invited to complete online registration.

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

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