HGV Class 1 Driver – Temp To Perm

Company: The Best Connection
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HGV Class 1 Driver – Temp to Perm Opportunity

4 on 4 off Shift Pattern – Darlington

Are you an experienced HGV Class 1 Driver looking for a role that offers stability, variety, and the opportunity to secure a permanent position? If you enjoy being out on the road and want to join a friendly, professional transport team, we’d love to hear from you.

The Best Connection is currently recruiting reliable and motivated HGV Class 1 Drivers for an exciting temp-to-perm opportunity with our well-established client based in Darlington. This is a fantastic chance to join a respected transport operation specialising in container transport, refrigerated trailers, and general haulage, with a wide variety of runs across the UK to keep every shift interesting.

Please note: You must be available to begin the 4 on 4 off shift rotation from 5th July.

Responsibilities

  • Transporting containers, refrigerated trailers, and general haulage loads to destinations across the UK.
  • Completing a variety of runs, ensuring no two weeks are the same.
  • Carrying out daily vehicle checks and completing all relevant paperwork accurately.
  • Providing excellent customer service at collection and delivery points.
  • Early morning starts between 02:00 and 05:00.
  • Representing The Best Connection and our client in a safe, professional, and courteous manner.

Qualifications

  • A valid HGV Class 1 (Category C+E) licence.
  • A valid Driver CPC qualification and Digital Tachograph Card.
  • A minimum of 2 years’ HGV Class 1 driving experience is preferred.
  • A good understanding of drivers’ hours legislation and road transport regulations.
  • A reliable, professional, and flexible approach to work.
  • Strong communication skills and a positive attitude.
  • The ability to work independently and manage your workload effectively.

Hours of Work

  • Early start times between 02:00 and 05:00.
  • 4 on 4 off shift pattern, providing an excellent work-life balance.
  • Weekend working included as part of the rota.

Pay Rates

  • £15.00 per hour – Monday to Friday.
  • £18.00 per hour – Saturday.
  • £19.00 per hour – Sunday.

Benefits

  • Competitive hourly pay with enhanced weekend rates.
  • Temp-to-perm opportunity with genuine long-term career prospects.
  • Ongoing, consistent work with a respected and established transport company.
  • Friendly, dedicated transport consultants available to support you 24/7.
  • Pension contributions.
  • Online payslips for quick and easy access.
  • Holiday accrual.
  • Personal accident insurance.
  • Regular assignments with consistent earning potential.

Ready for Your Next Driving Opportunity?

If you’re a professional HGV Class 1 Driver looking for a role that offers variety, security, and the chance to become a permanent member of a successful transport team, we’d love to hear from you.

Successful applicants will be invited to complete a simple online registration before progressing to the next stage of the recruitment process.

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

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Posted: July 8th, 2026