Class 1 Nights Driver

Posting date:	29 May 2026
Salary:	£16.00 per hour
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	28 June 2026
Location:	Atherstone, Warwickshire, cv92ex
Company:	The Best Connection Group Limited
Job type:	Permanent
Job reference:	JN -052026-21921_1780066965

Summary

Class 1 Night Driver (C+E)

Location: Atherstone
Pay: £16.00 per hour (8-10 hours per shift)
Shift Pattern: Tuesday - Saturday
Start Time: Midnight
Contract Type: Temp to Perm

The Best Connection Tamworth are currently recruiting for an experienced Class 1 Night Driver (C+E) to join a busy operation within the transport and logistics industry in Atherstone. This Class 1 Night Driver role offers a regular trunking route, ongoing work, and the opportunity for a permanent position following a successful temporary period.

This is an excellent opportunity for a professional Class 1 Night Driver (C+E) seeking stable night work within the transport and logistics industry.

Job Role - Class 1 Night Driver (Transport Industry)

As a Class 1 Night Driver in Atherstone, you will complete a set nightly trunking route from Atherstone to Gretna and return, ensuring safe and timely deliveries within the transport and logistics industry.

Route Information

• Atherstone → Gretna → Return to Atherstone
• Regular and consistent nightly route
• Long-distance night driving

Key Responsibilities

• Safely operating a Class 1 (C+E) vehicle
• Completing nightly trunking runs on schedule
• Carrying out daily vehicle checks and defect reporting
• Ensuring compliance with driver hours and transport regulations
• Maintaining professional communication with the transport team
• Delivering high standards of reliability and customer service

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years Class 1 (C+E) driving experience
• Valid HGV Class 1 (C+E) licence
• Valid CPC qualification
• Valid Digital Tachograph card
• Reliable and professional attitude
• Comfortable with long-distance night driving

What's on Offer

• £16.00 per hour
• 8-10 hour shifts
• Tuesday to Saturday working pattern
• Temp to perm opportunity
• Consistent ongoing work
• Immediate start available

Benefits of Working with The Best Connection

• Weekly pay - every Friday
• Online payslips
• Pension contribution
• Ongoing temporary assignment
• 28 days paid annual leave (pro-rata for PAYE, inclusive of statutory holidays)

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