CLASS 1 DRIVER (Class 1 Driver)

Overview

Reference
Class 1 Driver

Salary
£21.25 - £24.47/hour

Job Location
- United Kingdom -- England -- Greater London -- Erith

Job Type
Temporary

Posted
22 January 2026


Class 1 Drivers

Location: Erith
Shifts: Monday to Friday
Pay Rate: £21.25 / £24.47ph

Minimum of 1 year Class 1 driving experience

Interaction Recruitment is currently recruiting experienced Class 1 (Category C+E) Drivers to work with a large, well‑established logistics company based in Erith.

Both day and night shifts are available, although this advert is primarily focused on night trunking work.

Shift Details

Night Shifts – Trunking (Depot to Depot)

  • Start time: 17:30
  • Finish time: 03:30 (approx.)
  • Monday to Friday
  • Simple, clean trunking work with no handball
  • Pay rate: £24.47 per hour

Day Shifts – Store Deliveries

  • Store deliveries with pre‑loaded, strapped loads
  • No handball required
  • Professional interaction with store staff
  • Pay rate: £21.25ph

Role Overview

As a Class 1 Driver, you will be responsible for the safe and timely transportation of goods, ensuring company procedures and road safety regulations are followed at all times. You will be representing a major logistics brand, so a professional attitude and strong communication skills are essential.

Key Responsibilities

  • Safely operate a Class 1 vehicle
  • Complete trunking or store delivery routes as scheduled
  • Ensure loads are checked and correctly secured using straps
  • Accurately complete all relevant paperwork
  • Carry out daily vehicle checks and report defects
  • Maintain professional conduct at depots and delivery locations

Requirements

  • Full UK Class 1 (C+E) driving licence
  • Valid Driver CPC and Digital Tachograph card
  • Minimum of 1 year Class 1 driving experience
  • Experience with load strapping
  • Strong communication and customer service skills
  • Good understanding of drivers’ hours and road safety regulations

Benefits

  • Weekly pay
  • Competitive hourly rate
  • Monday to Friday work (no weekends)
  • Onsite parking
  • 28 days holiday (accrued)
  • Workplace pension scheme

Interested?

For further information or to apply, please contact Jay:

Phone: 01462 670666
Email: jay.jennings@irweb.co.uk

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Contact information

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