Class 1 Driver – Nights

Company: The Best Connection
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Location: East Midlands
Job Description:

HGV Class 1 Night Driver (C+E) – Derby – £17.51ph – New Contract

The Best Connection is currently recruiting for HGV Class 1 Night Drivers (LGV C+E) to work on a brand new contract for a major logistics company based in Derby.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced drivers looking for ongoing night work, high hourly rates, and clean trunking with no handball.

Pay Rates

  • £17.51 per hour (Night shift)
  • Overtime after 39 hours: £21.02 – £28.02 per hour
  • Sunday rate: up to £35.03 per hour
  • Paid breaks
  • Minimum 8 hours guaranteed per shift

Shift Patterns

  • Night shifts available
  • Start times: Between 18:00-03:00
  • Flexible working patterns:
  • 4 on 4 off
  • 5 on 3 off
  • Full-time and ongoing work available

Duties

  • Trunking work between Regional Distribution Centres (RDCs)
  • Delivery routes to Amesbury and Treforest
  • Curtain-sided trailers (no handball required)
  • Pre-vehicle and trailer checks
  • Load security checks
  • Completion of delivery paperwork and driver debrief
  • Compliance with Working Time Directive and Tachograph regulations

Requirements

  • Valid HGV Class 1 (LGV C+E) licence
  • Driver CPC qualification card
  • Digital tachograph card
  • Minimum 1 year Class 1 driving experience

Benefits

  • Ongoing, long-term HGV driving work
  • Excellent night rate of pay
  • Overtime available
  • Holiday pay
  • Pension scheme
  • Weekly pay with online payslips
  • Support from a dedicated local driving team

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Posted: June 4th, 2026