Aligra Swindon
HGV Class 1 Driver – Afternnon/Nights | Cambridgeshire Area
Drive for a leading parcel distribution company with enhanced pay rates and excellent benefits!
Are you an experienced HGV Class 1 driver looking for a rewarding afternoon/night shift role in Peterborough?
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 Evri ? If so, this could be the next step in your driving career!
Why you’ll love this role:
- Starting at £18.15PH and Enhanced rates for weekend, bank holiday, and overtime work £25.25 (After 8 hours)
- 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.
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 and Engineering, Driving and Industrial, Hospitality and Professional and Executive sectors.
HGV Class 1 Driver position based in Peterborough and the wider Cambridgeshire area, working afternoon and night shifts on scheduled regional and long-distance routes. Pay starts at £18.15 per hour, with enhanced rates of £25.25 per hour after eight hours, plus higher rates for weekends, bank holidays and overtime; contract type is not specified.
- £18.15 per hour starting pay
- Enhanced rate of £25.25 per hour after eight hours
- Additional pay for weekends bank holidays and overtime
- Predictable afternoon and night routes
- Long-distance work between regional hubs
- Supportive team with regular driver communication
- Hgv class 1 driving licence required
- Minimum one year of relevant experience
Join a reputable parcel distribution company where your driving skills are valued and your routes are planned for consistency. With regular communication, enhanced earning opportunities and the chance to build on your HGV career, this role offers stability and rewarding work.