Class 1 Driver (CE) - Ongoing Days - New Passes Welcome

Location: Doncaster

Pay Rate: £16.77 per hour

Hours: Monday to Friday | 05:00-07:00 Starts

Guaranteed: 50 Hours Paid Per Week

Contract: Temporary/Ongoing (ADOCH Available)

The Best Connection is delighted to be recruiting Class 1 (CE) Drivers on behalf of our respected logistics client based in Doncaster.

This is an excellent opportunity to secure ongoing, full-time weekday work with a professional and well-established transport operation. Offering regular start times, a guaranteed paid week and full training support, this role is ideal for both experienced drivers and newly qualified Class 1 drivers looking to build their career.

What's on Offer?

• £16.77 per hour
• 50 hours paid per week
• Monday to Friday working pattern
• Start times between 05:00 and 07:00
• Typical shifts of 10-11 hours
• Minimum 8 hours paid per shift
• Ongoing work available throughout 2026
• ADOCH available
• Full induction and training provided
• Modern fleet with truck sat nav supplied

The Role

As a Class 1 Driver, you will be responsible for delivering products primarily to building merchants throughout the region. The role will involve a combination of Class 1 and occasional Class 2 work, depending on operational requirements.

Duties include:

• Driving double-decker curtain-sided vehicles
• Completing daily vehicle checks and defect reporting
• Delivering products safely and professionally
• Using site-provided navigation systems
• Following all transport, compliance and health & safety procedures
• Signing in and out through site security
• Building knowledge of routes and products as responsibilities develop

Drivers will initially complete a single run, with duties increasing as experience and product knowledge grow.

Requirements

• Valid Category CE (Class 1) Licence
• Valid CPC and Digital Tachograph Card
• No major endorsements
• Professional and reliable attitude
• Ability to complete the assessment and induction process
• Flexibility should business requirements change in the future

Newly qualified drivers are encouraged to apply.

Additional Information

• Vehicles are pre-loaded and secured before departure
• Deliveries are unloaded by FLT operators
• Training provided on mirrorless vehicles
• Older DAF vehicles available initially if preferred
• CCTV fitted within cabs for security purposes
• No nights out currently required

Assessment & Induction

Day 1 - Assessment (Unpaid - up to 2 hours)

• Driving assessment
• Interview
• Drug and alcohol swab test

Day 2 - Full Paid Induction

Benefits of Working for The Best Connection

• Ongoing assignments throughout 2026
• Online registration
• CPC training opportunities
• Flexible working options
• 28 days paid holiday (accrual basis)
• Personal Accident Insurance
• Overtime opportunities
• Online payslips
• Contributory pension scheme
• PAYE payroll with no administration fees

Apply today to join a leading transport operation in Doncaster. Whether you're an experienced Class 1 Driver or looking for your first opportunity since passing your test, this role offers stability, support and long-term prospects.

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, from which it specialises in the supply of temporary labour to the industrial, HGV, warehouse and distribution sector.

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