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Class 1 Driver

Job ref. JN -082025-5431

Temporary

£14.25 - £17.00 per hour

Durham

Contract: Full time

Higher pay rate is achieved by: £14.25 Monday to Friday, £16.00 Saturday, £17.00 Sunday and Bank Holidays

Weekly hours: 40

LGV CE (Class 1) Day Driver - Durham

£14.25-£17.00 per hour | Optional Nights Out | Ongoing Work

The Best Connection are proud to be working in partnership with a large, well-established haulage company based in Durham. Due to continued growth and long-term commitment, we are currently recruiting LGV CE (Class 1) drivers for day shifts, with optional nights out available.

This is an excellent opportunity for drivers seeking steady trunking work with minimal physical demands.


🚛 The Role:

  • A to B trunking

  • Pre-loaded vehicles

  • Pre-planned routes

  • Strapping loads only

  • No handball involved

  • Optional nights out

  • Class 1 driver

⏰ Shift Details:

  • Day shifts

  • Class 1 driver role
  • Start times vary depending on destination

  • Typical start time around 06:00


💷 Pay Rates (PAYE):

  • Monday to Friday: £14.25 per hour

  • Saturday: £16.00 per hour

  • Sunday: £17.00 per hour

  • £25.00 night out allowance


✅ Requirements:

  • Full LGV CE (Class 1) UK Driving Licence

  • Valid Driver CPC

  • Digital Tachograph Card

  • Reliable, professional attitude


⭐ Benefits of Working with The Best Connection:

  • 28 days annual leave pro-rata (PAYE, including statutory holidays)

  • Weekly pay

  • Online payslips with easy access to personal details

  • Pension contributions

  • Ongoing temporary assignments

  • Both temporary and full-time opportunities (we work around your schedule)

  • 24/7 support from dedicated driving consultants

📌 Interested?
Apply today to register with The Best Connection and start your next driving role.

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

Sunderland
Durham, County Durham

sunderland@thebestconnection.co.uk
0191 567 1100
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