Class 1 Drivers (Refrigerated Trailers)

Job Specification – HGV Class 1 Drivers (Refrigerated Trailers)

Tramping 

Location: Preston (based onsite at our client)
Pay Rate: £16.80 – £20.20 per hour
Shifts: TRAMPING - Weekday & Weekend shifts available
Hours: Days and Nights available
Contract: Ongoing / Temp-to-Perm 

Role Overview

We are recruiting experienced HGV Class 1 Drivers to work on refrigerated trailers based at our client’s busy site in Preston. This role offers consistent work, flexible shift patterns, and competitive pay. Tramping available. 

Key Responsibilities

• Driving Class 1 vehicles with refrigerated trailers

• Completing store deliveries, trunking, or RDC runs (depending on shift)

• Ensuring temperature-controlled goods are handled correctly

• Carrying out daily vehicle checks and reporting defects

• Completing all paperwork and logs accurately

• Maintaining high standards of safety and compliance at all times

• Communicating effectively with transport and warehouse teams

Requirements

• Valid HGV Class 1 (Category C+E) licence

• Valid CPC and Digital Tachograph card

• Previous experience with refrigerated trailers (preferred but not essential)

• A safe, responsible driving approach

• Strong reliability and good communication skills

• Flexibility for various shift patterns

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly rates: £16.80 – £20.20

• Weekday, weekend, day, and night shifts to suit your availability

• Regular, ongoing work at a well-established site

• Supportive team and professional onboarding

• Opportunity for long-term placements