HGV 1 Driver Weekend Trunking Ipswich and Chelmsford
Posted on: March 26, 2025, by : SpencerWe are seeking to recruit HGV Class 1 agency drivers for ongoing work in the Ipswich and Chelmsford areas on behalf of a national company.
**Requirements:**
– Experience with double-deck trailers is essential.
– Part-time and full-time shifts are available.
– Shift start times range from 11:30 to 20:30.
– Candidates must have at least 12 months of recorded Class 1 experience on their tachograph, with no more than a 3-month continuous break.
– A minimal number of tachograph infringements is required.
– Night trunking and ad-hoc night shifts are available.
This opportunity offers ongoing work for HGV Class 1 night/day trunking, as well as collection and delivery on weekends. Experience with double-decker fifth wheels is required. The role involves trunking for a major brand company to one of three hubs in central England. There is no manual work involved other than pulling curtains.
The ideal candidate will have held their license for over 12 months for insurance purposes, with no more than 6 penalty points. Unfortunately, candidates with endorsements for DD, DR, or IN10 infringements cannot be considered due to insurance restrictions. Additionally, candidates must have regular Class 1 work experience for at least the last 12 months, along with minimal tachograph infringements.
The vacancy is available for an immediate start.
**Pay Rates:**
– PAYE only (no LTD drivers)
– Bank holiday rate: £34.48
– Weekend base rate: £23.50 – £26.50
– Pay: £19.07 – £26.00 per hour
**Benefits:**
– Discounted or free food
– On-site parking
**Schedule:**
– 8, 10, or 12-hour shifts
– Every weekend
– Night shifts
– Overtime available
– Weekend availability
**Application Questions:**
1. Have you had more than a 3-month continuous break in HGV Class 1 driving?
2. Do you have experience with fifth-wheel double-decker trailers?
3. Have you had any tachograph infringements in the past 6 months?
4. Have you had 12 infringement points in any one month or any points in any 3 consecutive months within the last 6 months?
5. Are you within traveling distance of either Chelmsford or Ipswich?
**Experience:**
– HGV Class 1 Driving: 1 year (required)
**License/Certification:**
– Driver CPC (required)
**Work Location:**
– On the road
**Reference ID:**
– Chelmsford / Ipswich
**Job Types:**
– Full-time, Part-time, Temp to perm, Freelance
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