Aligra Basingstoke
Are you an experienced HGV Class 1 driver looking for a rewarding afternoon/night shift role in Reading ?
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 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 XPO ? If so, this could be the next step in your driving career!
Why you’ll love this role:
- Starting at £18.15PH (increasing to £19.15ph after 12 weeks)
- Overtime paid after 8 hours at £25.25 (increasing to £27.25 after 12 weeks)
- Saturday £23.52ph (increasing to £24.52 after 12 weeks) Overtime paid after 8 hours at £25.25
- Sunday (flat rate) £26.25ph (increasing to £27.25 after 12 weeks)
- Bank holiday (flat rate) £34.42ph (increasing to £35.42ph after 12 weeks)
- 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 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
If you are interested in this position, please apply today or contact our Newbury branch on 01635 937 777 for further information.
Aligra have been established since 2007 and have since implemented supply partnerships with a number of the UK’s leading logistics companies. Whilst we work across all industries, we specialise in recruitment and talent management for the Automotive & Engineering, Driving & Industrial, Hospitality and Professional & Executive sectors.
HGV Class 1 Driver role based in Reading, working consistent afternoon and night shifts on long-distance routes between regional hubs. Pay starts at £18.15 per hour, rising to £19.15 after 12 weeks, with enhanced rates for overtime, weekends and bank holidays. Contract type is not specified in the advert.
- Hgv class 1 driving across regional hubs
- Starting pay of £18.15 per hour
- Overtime paid up to £27.25 per hour after 12 weeks
- Sunday rates up to £27.25 per hour
- Bank holiday rates up to £35.42 per hour
- Predictable night routes
- Minimum one year of driving experience required
- Supportive team with regular driver communication
Join a well-known parcel distributor where your experience is valued and your work keeps essential goods moving across the UK. With reliable routes, enhanced earning potential and strong driver support, this is a great opportunity to build your driving career with an established logistics partner.