Class 1 Trunk Driver – Nights

Palletforce; Erith; On-site; GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in Erith is hiring a Class 1 Trunk Driver for the night shift. The role requires a Class 1 Driving License (C+E), a valid Digital Tachograph card, and a completed CPC training course. Responsibilities include driving safely, maintaining the vehicle, and ensuring timely deliveries. A competitive salary of £44,100 per year plus bonuses is offered. This role supports your development with additional benefits, such as a health care plan and pension scheme.

Benefits

Health Care Cash Plan

Excellent Pension Scheme

Access to savings and cashback on 900+ retailers

Qualifications

• Valid Digital Tachograph card is essential.
• Completed CPC training course.
• Class 1 Driving License (C+E).
• Good knowledge of logistics and geography.
• Ability to be flexible with start & finish times.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness of the vehicle.
• Drive Class 1 vehicle safely and responsibly.
• Conduct daily vehicle checks.
• Inform transport office of any problems.
• Ensure timely arrival at jobs.
• Follow health and safety standards.
• Complete and return all paperwork.

Skills

Valid Digital Tachograph card

Flexibility

Strong logistical and geographical knowledge

Good work ethic

Education

Completed CPC training course

Class 1 Driving License (C+E)

HGV / LGV Class 1 licence with at least 6 months experience

Job description

Palletforce Logistics is a leading pallet distribution company dedicated to providing efficient and reliable services to our clients. We pride ourselves on our commitment to excellence and our supportive work environment.

Closing Date: January 31st 2026

Job Title: Class 1 Trunk Driver – Nights
Location: Palletforce Logistics Kent, 9 Bilton Road, Erith, DA8 2AN
Salary: £44100 per year plus a £50 weekly drivers bonus
Closing Date: 31/01/2026

ROLE RESPONSIBILITES:

• Maintain cleanliness of vehicle;
• Driving Class 1 vehicle safely and responsibly;
• Ensure you do your daily vehicle checks to make sure your vehicle is roadworthy and safe to use;
• Ensure you inform the transport office of any problems in good time i.e. if you’re running late;
• Fit to drive; considering alcohol intake, daily rest, prescribed/over the counter medication that could affect your ability to drive;
• To ensure you arrive at your job on time;
• Maintain health and safety standards;
• Operating in a safe way, following all road rules;
• Ensure all paperwork is correct, completed and returned to the transport office;
• Delivering goods to various locations.

OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

• Valid Digital Tachograph card is essential;
• Completed CPC training course;
• Class 1 Driving License (C+E);
• Flexibility;
• Strong logistical and geographical knowledge;
• Ability to be adaptable and flexible with start & finish times;
• Fully completed driver CPC;
• HGV / LGV Class 1 licence with at least 6 months experience;
• Good work Ethic.

REWARDS & BENEFITS

We’ll support your development; help you grow and also offer you a competitive package that includes:

• Reward Gateway – access to significant savings and cashback on 900+ top retailers, from groceries to wellness products, travel and much more!
• Health Care Cash Plan
• Excellent Pension Scheme

We promote a culture which encourages innovative ideas, and we appreciate your talent is key to our success!

“Let us be your employer of choice”.

Diversity and Inclusion

Equality, diversity and inclusivity are at the heart of everything EV Cargo does. We offer a diverse and inclusive community that respects individuals and enables them to strive for success in order to contribute positively and sustainably to the business. By creating this environment in which everyone can express and develop their potential, from the moment they are hired and throughout their career, means ensuring that all our colleagues have the same opportunity to succeed, regardless of origin, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or affiliation with a political, religious, union, organisation or minority group

EV Cargo reserves the right to close the vacancy before the stated closing date if a high volume of applications is received.

Due to the volume of applications we receive, we regret that we are not able to provide detailed feedback to applicants that were not shortlisted.