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Class 1 Driver

Job details
Posting date: 15 May 2026
Salary: £14.01 to £35.03 per hour
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 14 June 2026
Location: Derby, Derbyshire, DE21 7HW
Company: The Best Connection Group Limited
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: JN -032026-19766_1778852657

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Summary

HGV Class 1 Driver - DAYS | New Contract | Derby


New Contract Launch - Immediate Starts Available!

The Best Connection are recruiting Class 1 (C+E) Drivers for a brand new, well-paid contract in Derby with a major logistics company.

If you're after clean trunking work, no handball, and reliable day shifts, this is a fantastic opportunity to get on board from the start. Temto perm opportinities are available.

Pay & Benefits

  • £14.01 per hour (Days)
  • Overtime after 39 hrs: £21.02 - £28.02
  • Sundays: Up to £35.03 per hour
  • Paid breaks
  • Minimum 8 hours guaranteed
  • Ongoing, secure work

Shift Pattern
Flexible working patterns available:

  • 4 on / 4 off
  • 5 on / 3 off
  • Typical start time: Between 04:00-15:00 Stable, consistent day work

The Role

  • Trunking between RDCs (Amesbury / Treforest)
  • No handball - curtain-sider work only
  • Modern vehicles & straightforward routes
  • Daily responsibilities include:
  • Vehicle checks
  • Load security checks
  • Paperwork & debrief

Requirements

  • Valid Class 1 (C+E) licence
  • CPC & Digi Tacho Card
  • Minimum 12 months experience

Why Apply?

  • Get in early on a brand new contract
  • Clean, easy trunking work
  • Consistent shifts & excellent overtime rates
  • Support from a local, friendly team

Apply now or contact Rich or Jake in the Derby office today.

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

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