HGV Tramper Driver

HGV Class 1 Driver (Tramping)

• Location: Tarleton, Preston

• Company: NW Recruitment Services Ltd (on behalf of our client)

• Job Type: Full-time, 40 - 45 hour week, permanent role from day one

• Pay: £45,000 - £50,000 average take home salary (PAYE)

Expenses on this role are paid weekly, salary is paid monthly. Any hours worked on a 6th day (standard 5 out of 7 day working pattern) are paid at overtime on 1.5x the hourly rate equivalent.

About the role:

NW Recruitment Services Ltd are looking for enthusiastic and committed HGV Class 1 Drivers on behalf of our client. This is an excellent opportunity to secure a long-term position with a well-established business that prides itself on delivering a high-quality service across the UK. This role offers competitive pay, excellent benefits, and the chance to be part of a supportive and professional working environment.

Pay & benefits:

• 28 days holiday per year (note: no approvals in peak, Aug 26 - Oct 26).

• Christmas Day and New Year’s Day off.

• Company pension contribution.

• Service station reimbursements.

• Professional, supportive working environment.

• Flexibility to use your known stops. Company preferred stops are not this role.

Hours & working pattern:

• Hours worked before 4am or after 8pm are paid at x 1.5 overtime.

• Average 45 driving hours per week in line with assimilated rules.

• Standard 5-day tramping pattern (2 weeks long shifts / 2 weeks short shifts).

• Some waiting at customer sites (overnight stays required).

• Drivers are paid from the moment they clock on, to the moment they clock off.

• You are paid for nights / overnight stays.

• Week 1 = long week, Week 2 = short week.

• Never any unpaid driving time.

Vehicles & equipment:

• Allocated lorry (tracked) for your own use.

• Vehicles fitted with fridges and microwaves.

• 3 fuel cards provided per HGV (filled on last day, as close to site as possible).

• Secure access to customer sites via fob, electric gate, or mobile app (depending on site)

• 24/7 mechanic and breakdown support, including national helpline for blow-outs and tow-home cover.

• Ability to stay at preferred or driver-known stops, or those suggested by company.

Key responsibilities:

• Working 5 days out of 7 with optional overtime.

• Shifts will include weekends and / or nights out (tramping required).

• Completing collections and deliveries from suppliers and customers, including bulk, boxes, and/or bags.

• Safely strapping loads (mainly wooden boxes).

• Adhering to all aspects of safety, hygiene, and site rules.

• Ensuring compliance with transport legislation, including vehicle defect reporting.

• Understanding and working within Driver’s Hours and WTD legislation.

• Maintaining your allocated vehicle/trailer, keeping it clean and tidy.

Requirements:

• Current valid C + E HGV Licence.

• Valid Digital Tachograph Card and CPC Card.

• Minimum 2 years’ HGV driving experience with fewer than 6 penalty points.

• Forklift licence experience / current licence desirable.

• Experience with produce bulker, tautliner, or low loader desirable.

• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

• Flexible, reliable, and professional approach.

Interested? Submit your CV to Jamie today using the "apply" link.

Questions? Contact Jamie at NW Recruitment today on 07742 071733