HGV Class 1 Day Driver

HGV Class 1 Day Driver
Company
Pertemps Sheffield
Location
Sheffield
Salary
£17.93 an hour
Posted
2 days ago
Via
via Totaljobs
Job description
HGV Class 1 Day Driver – Full time Ongoing Opportunity - Sheffield

Monday to Friday Days £17.93 per hour
Overtime £20.93 per hour after 40 hours worked per week

Pertemps Sheffield is currently recruiting HGV Class 1 Day Drivers for an ongoing opportunity with a leading utilities company based in Sheffield.

This is an excellent opportunity offering Monday to Friday day work only – no weekends or bank holiday working required.

The Role
• Day shifts only
• Monday to Friday
• No weekend or bank holiday work
• Ongoing opportunity
• Deliver a wide range of goods, materials, plant and equipment to operational sites
• Deliver and put away stock at various locations
• Carry out stock checks and replenish engineer lockers and storage areas
• Load and unload the vehicle safely
• Deliver materials and equipment to live operational sites
• Complete vehicle checks and ensure all paperwork is accurate
• Maintain excellent housekeeping standards within stores and vehicles
• Provide a high standard of customer service to engineers and internal stakeholders
• Comply with Driver Hours, Working Time Directive and tachograph regulations
• Follow all Health & Safety procedures and company policies at all times

Requirements
• Valid HGV Class 1 (Category C+E) licence
• Valid Driver CPC
• Valid Digital Tachograph Card
• Ideally 2 years' Class 1 driving experience
• No more than 6 penalty points (no major endorsements)
• Good geographical knowledge
• Experience securing loads safely
• Good understanding of Driver Hours, Working Time Directive and tachograph legislation
• Ability to complete daily vehicle checks and report defects
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• A reliable, proactive and safety-conscious approach to work

No ADR licence required.

How to ApplyTo find out more or to apply, please call Amy or Caitlin at Pertemps Sheffield on 0114 242 5653.

Alternatively, email your CV to .

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What is the minimum wage for HGV drivers in the United Kingdom from April 2026?
As per the GOV.UK, the National Minimum Wage for workers aged 23 and over is £12.50 per hour as of 1 April 2026. HGV drivers must receive at least this rate for all hours worked including waiting time, with overtime paid at 1.5 times the rate under standard contracts. Employers must also provide payslips detailing these amounts.
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What visa is required for non-UK citizens to work as drivers in the United Kingdom in 2026?
As per the GOV.UK, non-UK citizens need a Skilled Worker visa sponsored by a licensed employer for HGV or bus driver roles. The visa requires a minimum salary of £38,700 or the going rate for the occupation code 8211, with applications processed in 3 weeks for £719 fee. Dependants can join only if the main applicant earns above the threshold.
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What qualifications are needed to become an HGV driver in the United Kingdom?
As per the GOV.UK, applicants need a full category C or C+E driving licence, a valid Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) and pass the Driver CPC practical test. No formal education beyond age 18 and a clean driving record for at least 2 years is required for most positions.
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What documents are required to apply for driver jobs in the United Kingdom?
As per the GOV.UK, applicants must provide a valid UK driving licence, Driver CPC card, passport or birth certificate and proof of right to work such as a share code from gov.uk. Employers also require a recent DVLA check code and sometimes a medical certificate dated within the last 5 years.
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