Job Description:

Class 1 Driver – Major Parcel Delivery Contract

Location: Burton-on-Trent
Pay: £200–£240 per shift
Shifts: Days and nights available, Monday to Sunday

Extra Recruitment are currently recruiting experienced Class 1 HGV Drivers for a busy trunking operation based in Burton-on-Trent, working with a well-known parcel delivery company.

This is a well-organised, 24/7 operation offering regular trunking work throughout the Christmas peak period, with the potential for ongoing work for reliable drivers.

The Role:

• Trunking work for a major parcel delivery company
• 1–3 drops per shift
• 8–10 hour shifts, with planned runs capped at 12 hours
• Day and night shifts available
• 24/7 operation, including weekends
• Handheld devices provided
• A company-specific app is required for all drivers, with guidance and on-site support available

Pay Rates:

• Monday to Friday days: £200 per shift
• Monday to Friday nights: £210 per shift
• Saturday: £230 per shift
• Sunday: £240 per shift
• Spare rate: £100 per shift

Drivers booked on spare cover will receive the £100 spare rate if they are not allocated work within four hours. If work is allocated within this time, the applicable full shift rate will be paid instead.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 2 years' Class 1 driving experience
• No more than 6 penalty points on your driving licence
• Valid driving licence, Driver CPC and tachograph card
• All required compliance documents must be up to date
• Ability to use the company's app as part of the operation

Peak Period & Ongoing Opportunities:

The operation is planned to run for six weeks from 9 November through Christmas week. Reliable drivers who provide consistent availability and dependable cover may have the opportunity to secure ongoing work, depending on operational requirements.

Interested?

If you're an experienced Class 1 driver looking for well-organised trunking work with competitive shift rates, get in touch with Extra Recruitment today to discuss available shifts and complete your registration.