Title:  HGV Driver Class 1

Job Overview

Are you an experienced HGV driver looking for steady night work and the opportunity to drive the latest fleet on the road? We’re hiring professional Class 1 (C+E) Night Drivers to join our team and hit the road in brand new, top-spec HGVs.

What we offer

• Brand new HGVs – modern, well-maintained trucks with the latest tech

• Consistent night shifts – no surprises, no last-minute changes

• Great rates of pay – with night and overtime premiums

• Friendly, supportive team and modern facilities

• Paid breaks, company pension, and other benefits

Key Responsibilities

• • Deliver inductions and ongoing training to HGV drivers
  • Conduct driver assessments, including on-road evaluations
  • Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation and company policies
  • Support new starters through onboarding and buddying processes
  • Identify training needs and provide coaching to improve performance
  • Monitor driver behaviour, including safety, compliance, and efficiency
  • Investigate incidents and provide retraining where required
  • Maintain accurate training records and documentation
  • Complete risk assessments when required
  • Health & Safety ambassador for LKQ
  • Support the operational management team where required
  • Flexibility on shift patterns, start times and location

Skills and Experience

• • Valid HGV (C+E License with experience)
  • Strong computer skills (word/excel/PowerPoint)
  • Strong knowledge of driver hours, tachograph rules, and road safety regulations
  • Excellent communication and coaching skills
  • Ability to influence and support drivers at all levels of ability
  • Driver CPC qualification
  • Previous assessor or training role or qualification (desirable), such as:
  • RTITB / JAUPT-approved instructor courses or willingness to complete courses