The Best Connection
Class 1 Days
Class 1 Days at The Best Connection, based in Gateshead, North East, paying £16.36 - £24.54 per hour. This is a temp to perm role.
- Pay
- £16.36 - £24.54 per hour
- Hours and contract
- Temp to perm · On site
- Location
- Gateshead, North East
- Closing date
- Sector
- HGV Driving
- HGV Class 1
- HGV Class 2
- 7.5 tonne
- Driver CPC
- Immediate start
35% below the typical rate for hgv driving
Reference 590170084904406607
About the role
The Best Connection are currently recruiting experienced HGV Drivers for ongoing work based in Team Valley and Washington.
This is an excellent opportunity for professional drivers seeking full-time, weekday work with consistent hours. Drivers must be able to operate Class 1, Class 2 and 7.5T vehicles as required, with all hours paid at the Class 1 rate, regardless of vehicle driven.
Immediate starts are available, with the potential for a temp-to-perm opportunity.
The Role
- Working from either Team Valley or Washington, depending on operational requirements
- Driving Class 1, Class 2 and 7.5T vehicles as required
- All hours paid at the Class 1 rate
- Completing multi-drop collections and deliveries, typically 10-15 stops per day
- Using handheld scanners and apps to record deliveries and complete paperwork
- Locating, scanning and palletising goods within the depot
- Ensuring goods are safely loaded, secured and delivered on time
- Completing daily vehicle checks and maintaining safety standards
- Following planned routes, with approximately 80% of stops being regular deliveries
- Communicating effectively with customers and the transport team
The Candidate
To be considered, you must:
- Hold a valid Class 1 (Category C+E) driving licence
- Have at least 1 year's professional HGV driving experience
- Hold a valid CPC and Digital Tachograph Card
- Be willing and able to drive Class 1, Class 2 and 7.5T vehicles
- Be flexible to work from Team Valley or Washington
- Be comfortable using handheld scanners and delivery systems
- Be reliable, professional and safety-conscious
- Have good communication and customer service skills
- Be flexible and able to work independently
Flexibility is essential, as drivers must adapt to changing vehicle and depot requirements.
Hours of Work
- Monday to Friday
- Day shifts
- Start time: 09:00
- Typical finish: 17:30 (may vary depending on workload)
- Consistent weekly hours
- Ongoing work available
Pay
- £16.36 per hour - Class 1 rate
- £24.54 per hour after 40 hours
- All hours paid at the Class 1 rate, including Class 2 and 7.5T driving
Why Work with The Best Connection?
- Immediate starts available
- Ongoing work with consistent hours
- Weekly pay and holiday accrual
- 24/7 support from experienced consultants
- Online payslips
- Pension contributions
- Personal accident insurance
- Access to Perks at Work employee discounts
Apply now for these HGV Driver jobs in Team Valley and Washington and benefit from ongoing work with Class 1 pay rates across all vehicle types.
Suitable candidates will be invited to complete online registration.
The Best Connection is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Reference: 590170084904406607 · Posted 7 hours ago · Closes 7 Dec 2026 · Listed via The Best Connection
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