Class 1 Driver

Location: S74 0FP - Hoyland , Barnsley

Pay Rate:

£16.91 per hour (Holiday pay accrued) / £18.95 per hour (Holiday pay included) - Days

£18.06 per hour (Holiday pay accrued) / £20.23 per hour (Holiday pay included) - Nights

Holiday Pay: You can choose to have your holiday pay accrued and paid when you take annual leave, or receive it as rolled-up holiday pay within your regular wages. The rolled-up rate includes the applicable holiday pay uplift.

Times and Days of Work

Day Shifts: 09:00 Starts

Night Shifts: 19:00 Starts

Monday to Friday

The Best Connection is proud to be recruiting on behalf of our client for a Class 1 Driver to join a leading logistics and distribution business based in Hoyland.

This is a fantastic opportunity for experienced Class 1 Drivers seeking ongoing temporary work. The role involves nationwide deliveries to vendors and customer sites, ensuring goods are delivered safely, professionally, and on time.

About the Role

As a Class 1 Driver, you will be responsible for completing nationwide collections from vendors, ensuring goods are collected safely, professionally, and on time. This is an ongoing temporary assignment with regular work available for reliable and experienced drivers.

Your Duties Will Include:

• Collecting goods from vendors nationwide
• Completing pre-use and end-of-shift vehicle checks
• Ensuring all collection paperwork is completed accurately
• Adhering to all UK driving laws, tachograph, and working time regulations
• Maintaining a professional and courteous manner when representing the client
• Ensuring collected loads are secured correctly and transported safely
• Reporting any collection issues or delays promptly

What We're Looking For:

• Valid Class 1 (CE) Licence
• Minimum 2 years Class 1 driving experience
• Maximum 6 penalty points (no major endorsements)
• Valid CPC Qualification Card
• Valid Digital Tachograph Card
• Reliable and professional approach to work
• Good knowledge of driver hours and working time regulations

Benefits of Working for The Best Connection Include:

• Ongoing Assignments throughout 2026
• Online Registration
• CPC Training
• Shifts to Suit You
• 28 Days Paid Holiday
• Personal Accident Insurance
• Overtime Available
• Online Payslips
• Contributory Pension Provision
• PAYE Payroll (No Admin Fees to Pay)

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

The Best Connection Group Limited was formed in 1991. The company has a network of 80+ branches throughout the UK, specialising in the supply of temporary labour to the industrial, HGV, warehouse and distribution sectors.

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