HGV Class 1 Night Driver
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Position Overview & Specifications
Joda Freight are a general haulage company with a fleet of over 60 vehicles and 3 warehouses. The company has a proud history that spans over 30 years and after a recent management buy out is preparing for growth, and is for the reason we are recruiting a Class 1 night driver.
. Mon – Fri starting at 18:00
· Hours 8 - 12 hours per night depending on allocation which rotates weekly
· Weekly Pay
· Employee of the Month
· Permanent Position
· Onsite Moffett Training and Licensing available
Role and Responsibilities of our HGV Driver Night Driver:
- Trunking work
- Night shift return to base every day
- Ensure load security at all time
- Follow, promote and communicate the use of safe working practices in line with all relevant Health and Safety Legislation and Company's procedures
- Demonstrate an effective working relationship with colleagues and our clients/customers, showing a pro-active approach to resolving potential issues
- Act as a Company's Ambassador by maintaining a customer-focused approach to service delivery.
Qualifications and Education Requirements of our HGV Class 1 Night Driver:
- Valid (C+E) licence and Tacho card
- Up-to-date CPC
- Good understanding of UK geography
- Eligibility to work in the UK
Preferred Qualities and Skills of our HGV Class 1 Night Driver:
- A positive ‘can do’ attitude with the ability to work well under pressure
- A team player approach
If you believe that you have the necessary skills, experience and qualifications to be successful in this HGV Night Driver, Class 1 role, we welcome your application.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: From £38,617.80 per year
Benefits:
- On-site parking
Experience:
- Driving a Goods Vehicle: 1 year (preferred)
- driving: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Driver CPC (preferred)
Work Location: On the road
Reference ID: 2023-Drivers-HGVND
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for HGV Class 1 Night Driver roles across Joda Freight's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £38,618 - £38,618 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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