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HGV Class 1 Driver – Nights

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

Aligra Andover

Are you an experienced HGV Class 1 driver looking for a rewarding night shift role in the Southampton 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 Night Driver needed in the Southampton area, working long-distance routes between regional parcel hubs. Enjoy consistent night shifts with enhanced pay for weekends, overtime and bank holidays. Ongoing agency work recruiting on behalf of our client.

  • Consistent night shift trunking between regional hubs
  • Enhanced rates for weekends bank holidays and overtime
  • Reputable parcel distributor with predictable routes
  • Long-distance driving with regular schedules
  • Supportive team with strong driver communication
  • Hgv class 1 role with pallets cages and containers

You’ll get stable night work with clear routes and consistent schedules, plus higher rates when you work weekends, overtime or bank holidays. Join a well-known parcel network where professional drivers are valued and kept in the loop. If you’ve driven for Royal Mail, DHL or Hermes, this is a great next step in a busy, reliable operation.