HGV Class 1 Driver

  • Pertemps Birmingham Industrial
  • Coventry, Warwickshire
  • Aug 06, 2026
Seasonal Transportation Automotive

Job Description

HGV Class 1 Driver - Coventry£18.52 to £29.49 per hour based on Overtime and shift pattern.Pertemps are currently recruiting for experienced HGV Class 1 Drivers on behalf of a leading retail company based in the Coventry area.This is an ongoing role delivering to shops generally on retail parks on a regular shift pattern. The work would include minimal handball however some unloading at the shops will be necessary and would be 2 to 3 drops on average. Based in a box vehicle unit. The Role:
  • Local or Distance bay deliveries to large stores on retail parks
  • 2 to 3 drops or collections on a daily basis
  • Start times on days between 03:30hrs to 06:00hrs and start times on afternoons between 12:00hrs & 15:00hrs.
  • Small amount of handball needed but minimal
  • Regular shift pattern on Tuesday to Saturday or Sunday to Thursday but a weekend day is essential to the work pattern
  • Ensuring timely and professional deliveries to customers
  • Completing all relevant paperwork and vehicle checks
Pay Rates:
  • £18.52 per hour on Days
  • £19.66 per hour on Afternoons
  • Overtime premiums and weekend rates between £27.78 and £29.49 per hour with all work done after eight hours per shift
Requirements:
  • Valid HGV Class 1 licence
  • Valid CPC and Digi Card
  • Minimum 6 months Class 1 driving experience required
  • Previous RDC work experience desirable
  • Comfortable with paperwork
  • Ok to complete full assessment including theory, practical & Drug and alcohol test upon arrivcal
  • Good customer service skills and reliability
What We Offer:
  • Ongoing work available
  • Competitive pay rates
  • Immediate starts
  • Supportive transport team
  • Opportunity for long-term work
If you are an experienced HGV Class 1 driver looking for ongoing work with excellent rates of pay, apply today with Pertemps.