Class 1 Driver

Itfuture; Sittingbourne; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transport and logistics business in the UK is seeking a Full-time Class 1 Driver. The role involves delivering goods across the country, performing various driving duties, and ensuring vehicle safety. Candidates should have a valid HGV 1/C+E licence and excellent communication skills. The position offers competitive pay starting from an annual salary of £42,304, along with various benefits including paid holidays and training reimbursements.

Benefits

28 days paid holiday + bank holidays

Fully paid uniform and PPE

Life assurance from day one

Discounted gym memberships

Qualifications

• Minimum six months of Class 1 driving experience.
• Valid HGV 1/C+E licence, DCPC & Tacho Card.
• No more than six points on licence with no DD/DR Code convictions.

Responsibilities

• Deliver goods to store locations, RDCs and warehouses across the UK.
• Perform manual handling, drop and swap duties and general trunking as required.
• Maintain vehicle safety by conducting essential checks and reporting defects.
• Adhere to drivers’ hours and WTD legislation and on-site health and safety requirements.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Job description

Job Overview

Class 1 Driver – Full‑time HGV Class 1 Driver role with IT FUTURE SERVICES, a leading transport and logistics business within the Stobart Group.

Responsibilities

• Deliver goods to store locations, RDCs and warehouses across the UK.
• Perform manual handling, drop and swap duties and general trunking as required.
• Maintain vehicle safety by conducting essential checks and reporting defects.
• Adhere to drivers’ hours and WTD legislation and on‑site health and safety requirements.

Qualifications

• Minimum six months of Class 1 driving experience.
• Valid HGV 1/C+E licence, DCPC & Tacho Card.
• No more than six points on licence with no DD/DR Code convictions.
• Excellent communication skills.

Working Hours & Pay

Shifts: 5 days from 7 AM – weekdays and weekends, with at least one weekend shift per week.

• Monday‑Friday Day: £15.00/hr (includes meal allowance & tier payment).
• Monday‑Friday Night: £16.30/hr.
• Saturday & Sunday Day: £18.00/hr.
• Saturday & Sunday Night: £18.50/hr.
• Bank Holidays: £18.81/hr.

Annual salary from £42,304 based on an average of 54 hours weekly.

Benefits

• 28 days paid holiday + bank holidays; additional 6 days after 5 years service.
• Fully paid uniform, PPE, DCPC training and statutory medical/eye test reimbursement up to £100.
• Life assurance from day one.
• 25% discount at truck stops.
• Service‑length recognition & rewards via the Reward Me Now app.
• Aviva DigiCare+ workplace access and free mental health support.
• Discounted gym memberships.

Workplace & Culture

Stobart is committed to inclusion, diversity and employee development. Our programmes offer every employee the chance to shape their future within logistics and thrive in a culture where teamwork and growth are paramount.