HGV Driver jobs in Leeds

HGV Class 1 Driver Needed

SureStaffing UK Ltd are currently recruiting experienced HGV Class 1 Drivers for our client based in the West Yorkshire area.

This is an ongoing position offering regular work, excellent earning potential, and long-term opportunities with a reputable transport operation.

Ideal candidate for the HGV Class 1 Driver Role will:

• Hold a valid UK HGV Class 1 Licence (Category C+E)
• Hold a valid Driver CPC qualification
• Possess a valid Digital Tachograph Driver Card
• Have a minimum of 6 months HGV Class 1 driving experience
• Have a good understanding of Drivers' Hours and Working Time Regulations
• Be reliable, professional, and safety-focused at all times
• Be medically fit to drive HGV vehicles and maintain any required certifications
• Have the legal right to work in the UK

Responsibilities and Duties of an HGV Class 1 Driver:

• Safely operate HGV Class 1 (C+E) vehicles in line with company and legal requirements
• Complete a mixture of store deliveries and trunking work
• Conduct vehicle safety checks before and after each shift
• Ensure all deliveries are completed accurately and on schedule
• Follow all UK driving laws, tachograph regulations, and Working Time Directive requirements
• Load, secure, and transport goods safely and efficiently
• Report any vehicle defects, incidents, delays, or delivery issues promptly
• Maintain high standards of health and safety while on customer and depot sites
• Adhere to company policies and procedures at all times
• Represent the company professionally when dealing with customers and site personnel

Shift Information:

• · Weekday, weekends shifts available
• · Various start times depending on operational requirements
• · Days, backs, and night shifts available
• · Full-time and part-time hours available
• · Ongoing work opportunities

** Summer Peak Season Pay Rates**

Enhanced rates apply from your start date until 31st August 2026.

Standard Hourly Rates – Week 1

Days

• £20.00 per hour
• Overtime Rate: £26.92 per hour

Backs

• £20.89 per hour
• Overtime Rate: £27.81 per hour

Nights

• £22.32 per hour
• Overtime Rate: £29.24 per hour

Weekend Premium

• An additional £2.00 per hour is paid for all weekend hours worked across all shift patterns.

After 12 Weeks

Your hourly rate increases by:

• Days: (+£0.35)
• Backs: (+£1.80)
• Nights: (+£2.77)

On both standard rates and overtime rates.

After 27 Weeks

All rates increase by a further £1.00/hr.

Additional Payment

• Green Card Assessment payment of £64.08 following successful completion of 5 shifts.

*Standard Pay Rates for HGV Class 1 Drivers (from September 2026)*

We offer various rated, depending on shift times. Pay rises after week 12 and week 27.

• · Standard Rates £16.50 (Days), £17.39 (Afters), £18.82 (Nights)
• · Overtime Rates £23.42 (Days OT), £24.31 (Afters), £25.73 (Nights OT)
• · Bank Holiday Rates £33.00 (Days), £34.78 (Afters), £37.64 (Nights)
• · BH Overtime Rates £39.92 (Days), £41.70 (Afters), £44.56 (Nights)

After 12 weeks:

• · Days get an uplift +£0.35.
• · Afters get an uplift +£1.80.
• · Nights get the uplift +£2.77

On both standard rates and overtime rates.

After 27 weeks:

All rates increase by a further £1.00/hr.

Additional Benefits:

• Assessment Payment of £64.08 (paid after successful completion of 5 shifts)
• Competitive pay rates with staged increases based on length of service
• Regular work
• Trunking assignments with store deliveries
• Ongoing opportunities with a well-established operation
• Weekly pay
• Driver of the Month and Quarterly Going Extra Mile rewards

If you're an experienced HGV Class 1 Driver with at least 6 months of Class 1 experience and are looking for consistent work in Leeds with excellent earning potential, we'd love to hear from you.

INDOPS

SureStaffing UK Limited are acting as an employment business for temporary assignments and an employment agency for permanent placements.

SureStaffing UK Ltd are a proud Equal Opportunities employer and do not discriminate against any candidate on the grounds of age, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnerships, or other legally protected characteristics. Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Policy is available on request.

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are only able to contact candidates who are successful in progressing to the next stage. If you have not been contacted within 7 days of your application, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. However, we will retain your details on our database for 6 months and contact you should a suitable vacancy arise.

Pay: £20.00-£57.60 per hour

Benefits:

• Canteen
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• On-site parking
• Pay rise
• Referral programme
• Sick pay
• Store discount

Work Location: In person