HGV Driver
| Posting date: | 26 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £19 to £23.53 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 25 April 2026 |
| Location: | West Thurrock, Grays |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | WPRG Limited |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | HGV1AS |
Summary
WPRG Ltd are recruiting experienced HGV Class 1 Drivers for a large steel distributor based in Thurrock, Essex.
This is an ongoing role delivering steel products including sheet metal, rods, and girders on flatbed trailers. All deliveries and collections are handled by forklift or crane – no manual lifting required.
You will be responsible for securing loads using straps or chains to ensure safe delivery.
The Role
As an HGV Class 1 Driver, your duties include:
Delivering 5–10 steel deliveries per day on flatbed trailers
Securing loads with straps/chains
Following all health & safety procedures
Completing vehicle checks and delivery paperwork
Working with professional steel distribution teams
Shift Pattern
Monday – Friday
Start time: 05:30 – 06:00
Minimum 10.5 hours paid per shift
Overtime paid after 10.5 hours
Immediate starts available for regular ongoing shifts
Drug & alcohol testing required prior to starting
Pay
Basic: £19.00 per hour / £21.29 per hour (includes holiday pay)
Overtime (after 10.5 hours): £21.00 / £23.53 per hour (includes holiday pay)
Requirements
Valid HGV Class 1 licence (minimum 12 months)
Full CPC qualification
Digital Tachograph card
Maximum 6 points on licence
Experience with strapping/chaining to secure loads preferred
Benefits
Onsite parking
Workplace pension
Ongoing training and development opportunities
No manual lifting – all forklift/crane handled
How to Apply
Call 0208 529 5985 to register or click APPLY below to submit your application online.
This is an ongoing role delivering steel products including sheet metal, rods, and girders on flatbed trailers. All deliveries and collections are handled by forklift or crane – no manual lifting required.
You will be responsible for securing loads using straps or chains to ensure safe delivery.
The Role
As an HGV Class 1 Driver, your duties include:
Delivering 5–10 steel deliveries per day on flatbed trailers
Securing loads with straps/chains
Following all health & safety procedures
Completing vehicle checks and delivery paperwork
Working with professional steel distribution teams
Shift Pattern
Monday – Friday
Start time: 05:30 – 06:00
Minimum 10.5 hours paid per shift
Overtime paid after 10.5 hours
Immediate starts available for regular ongoing shifts
Drug & alcohol testing required prior to starting
Pay
Basic: £19.00 per hour / £21.29 per hour (includes holiday pay)
Overtime (after 10.5 hours): £21.00 / £23.53 per hour (includes holiday pay)
Requirements
Valid HGV Class 1 licence (minimum 12 months)
Full CPC qualification
Digital Tachograph card
Maximum 6 points on licence
Experience with strapping/chaining to secure loads preferred
Benefits
Onsite parking
Workplace pension
Ongoing training and development opportunities
No manual lifting – all forklift/crane handled
How to Apply
Call 0208 529 5985 to register or click APPLY below to submit your application online.