HGV Class 1 Driver – Days/Tramping

HGV Class 1 Driver | £38,480 (monthly pay) | £26.20 Tax-Free Night Out Allowance | £40.00 Early Start Payment | Overtime Rates | 08:00-18:00 (occasional Saturday’s) | Some Tramping Roles Available | Modern Fleet | Permanent Role | CO7 7JW (Colchester) 

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Join Expect and Earn a £1,250 Welcome Bonus!

We value the skills and commitment experienced drivers bring to our business.​

That’s why we’re offering a £1,250 Welcome Bonus, paid across your first year with us, to help you settle into your new role and reward your continued commitment.

£250 on commencement​
£500 after 6 months​
£500 after 12 months​

Join a business that invests in its people from day one!​

*Available to eligible drivers with a minimum of one year’s relevant driving experience.

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Position Overview:

We are hiring a HGV Class 1 Driver to join our team on the day shift. The ideal candidate will be responsible for the safe and efficient transportation of goods to various locations. Being a Class 1 Driver requires strong communication skills, a valid commercial driving licence, and a commitment to maintaining high safety standards while on the road.

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​What We Offer:

• Driver CPC Funded
• ​Workplace Pension
• ​Healthcare cash plan and Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• ​Discounted Gym membership through Medicash
• ​Death in Service (x2 salary)
• ​Volunteering Day
• ​Funded Learning and Development Opportunities
• ​Free Parking
• ​Electric vehicle scheme
• ​​Cycle to work scheme
• Uniform provided
• Company and health + safety induction on the first day

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Role Requirements:

• Valid HGV Class 1 (C+E) licence
• Valid CPC + Tachograph card
• No more than 6 penalty points on your driving licence
• Good knowledge of road safety and transport regulations
• Strong ability to communicate clearly with team members and clients
• Strong time management and organisational skills
• Ability to work independently and responsibly 
• Good geographical knowledge or ability to use navigation systems
• Able to handle manual handling tasks where required
• Basic mechanical knowledge to identify vehicle issues and perform minor repairs if necessary.

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About Us

Founded in 2005, Pallet Plus became part of the Expect Distribution Group in 2023. We provide reliable palletised distribution as part of a wider, customer-focused logistics network. Known for our friendly, down-to-earth culture, we offer a supportive environment where people can grow, develop and build long-term careers.

Expect Distribution is an award-winning logistics provider with over 36 years of experience delivering flexible, reliable warehousing, transport and distribution solutions across the UK. With people at the heart of everything we do, we foster a safe, inclusive and collaborative workplace where colleagues are supported to succeed and grow.