Class 1 Driver - Nights
| Posting date: | 15 May 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £17.51 to £35.03 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 14 June 2026 |
| Location: | Derby, Derbyshire, DE21 7BS |
| Company: | The Best Connection Group Limited |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | JN -052026-21425_1778852615 |
Summary
HGV Class 1 Night Driver (C+E) - Derby - £17.51ph - New Contract
The Best Connection are 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 - HGV Class 1 Driver
- 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
Apply Today
To apply for this HGV Class 1 Night Driver job in Derby, click Apply Now or contact Rich or Jake at The Best Connection Derby branch.
The Best Connection is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.