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HGV Class 1 Driver – Nights

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  • Full Time
  • Temp to Perm
  • Cornwall
  • £18.15-£35.42 per hour

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HGV Class 1 Driver – Nights- Cornwall

Are you an experienced HGV Class 1 driver looking for a rewarding night shift role in the Cornwall area? Join a well-known parcel distributor where your skills will be valued and you’ll play a vital role in keeping goods moving efficiently across regional hubs. This long-distance driving opportunity offers consistent nightly schedules, enhanced pay for weekends, overtime, and bank holidays, making it perfect for drivers who want stable hours and competitive earnings.

Have you worked for Royal Mail, DHL, or Hermes? If so, this could be the next step in your driving career!

Why you’ll love this role:

  • Enhanced rates for weekend, bank holiday, and overtime work
  • Work for a reputable parcel distributor with clear, predictable night routes
  • Opportunity to work long-distance, connecting key regional hubs
  • Supportive team environment with regular communication and driver engagement

Key responsibilities:

  • Operate HGV Class 1 vehicles safely and efficiently on scheduled night-time routes
  • Follow detailed routing and scheduling to ensure timely parcel delivery and collection between hubs
  • Manage loading, securing, and occasional unloading of freight including pallets, cages, and containers
  • Conduct daily vehicle safety inspections and complete defect reports as required
  • Handle shipment paperwork, scan consignments accurately, and maintain communication with dispatch teams
  • Adhere to all relevant road safety and company policies to ensure compliance and safety

What we’re looking for:

  • Valid HGV Class 1 licence with a clean driving record
  • Minimum of 1 year experience in a similar heavy goods driving role
  • Ability to work night shifts consistently and reliably
  • Strong organisational skills and attention to detail for managing freight and documentation
  • Excellent communication skills and a professional attitude

Ready to apply?

Contact Aligra now to secure your place in this fantastic night driving opportunity. We recruit on behalf of our client and will guide you through the application process with ease.

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HGV Class 1 Driver (Nights) role based in Cornwall, working long-distance trunking between regional hubs for a reputable parcel distributor. Competitive pay with enhanced rates for weekends, overtime and bank holidays, on a consistent night-shift pattern. Ongoing agency contract, recruited by Aligra on behalf of our client.

  • Hgv class 1 night shifts in cornwall
  • Long-distance hub-to-hub trunking for a well-known parcel distributor
  • Enhanced pay for weekends bank holidays and overtime
  • Consistent predictable night routes and schedules
  • Supportive team with regular communication and driver engagement
  • Daily vehicle checks paperwork and accurate scanning

You’ll enjoy reliable night work with clear routes and consistent start-to-finish runs between key hubs. Enhanced rates for weekends, overtime and bank holidays can boost your earnings while keeping your schedule steady. You’ll be backed by a supportive team and Aligra will guide you through a smooth application process.