HGV Class 1 Driver
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Position Overview & Specifications
Clarendon Haulage Co Ltd
A long-established family business based at Mellor Brook, Blackburn
We are looking to recruit a Class 1 (C+E) HGV Driver to join our team, working from our depot at Mellor Brook Nr Blackburn
The position involves making deliveries and collections for our various customers nationwide.
Must be prepared for nights away, however this is not tramping - average 2 -3 nights out a week.
What’s on offer:
- Competitive rates of pay + bonus scheme
- £26 (Tax Free) night out allowance.
- Up to £10 tax free meal allowance
- Modern fleet of vehicles
- Annual in-house CPC Training
- Weekly pay
What we need from you:
- Must hold full CAT C+E (Class1) licence - ideally for at least 2 years
- Must have a valid Digital Tachograph Card
- Must hold a valid Drivers Qualification Card (CPC Card)
- Must have a good level of English - speaking, reading and writing.
- General haulage experience preferred
- Reliable, punctual, with a good flexible work ethic.
- Good knowledge of the UK road network
- Applicants to live locally to the Blackburn/ Preston area
Your responsibilities will include:
- General driving duties. Carrying out deliveries for our various customers throughout the UK.
- Maintaining the security of load.
- Carrying out daily walk round checks on the vehicle
- Comply with legislation regarding vehicle safety, tachographs, driving hours and working time.
- Accurately complete all relevant paperwork
Interested in joining the team? Get in touch.
If interested, please give us a call on (01254) 814997 – during office hours Mon – Fri
If your passing feel free to call in and see us at: Clarendon Haulage Co Ltd, New Trees Garage, Myerscough Rd, Mellor Brook, Blackburn BB2 7LB
We look forward to hearing from you.
Due to the number of applicants, we may not be able to respond to everyone directly.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £47,000.00-£53,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Discounted or free food
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus scheme
Licence/Certification:
- C+E Licence (required)
Work Location: In person
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 Driver roles across Clarendon Haulage Co Ltd'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 £47,000 - £53,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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