Class 1 Driver

Class 1 Driver


Company
Gi Group SpA
Location
Glasgow
Posted
4 days ago
Via
via Gi Group

Job Description
GI Group are currently recruiting a Class 1 Driver for our Internationally known client in multiple locations across Glasgow. This company provides courier services across the globe, focusing on the express market. They operate in numerous countries and are known for their technology, customer service, and commitment to sustainability.

Class 1 shifts:

We will offer shifts with afternoon/evening start times on an ad-hoc basis.

- 1100 - 2100 start times

- Weekend work available

- Average shift length 10hrs

Class 1 Drivers pay & benefits:

- Day Rate (shift starts before 1800) - £17.93/hr*

- Night Rate (shift starts after 1800) - £19.05/hr*
• Please note that these pay rates are PAYE and include advanced holiday pay

Class 1 Driver main duties will include:

- Conducting Vehicle checks

- Trunking to depots and Hubs - run details given before the shift

- Delivering safely to customers throughout the UK

Class 1 Driver requirements:

- A presentable appearance, an eye for detail and a positive attitude.

- No more than 6 penalty points. No DD / IN / DR / DN / TT endorsement codes

- Hold a valid, in date Tachograph & CPC

- Have good customer service skills

- Must have at least 6 months experience as a Class 1 Driver

To apply, please call our office on 01924 666 224 or email

Should you require any support or assistance, please contact your local Gi Group office.

Gi Group Holdings Recruitment Limited are proud founding members of Menopause in business, corporate members for Neurodiversity in business, Disability Confident committed members, Gold status for the Armed Forces Covenant, Bronze trail blazers for Racial Equality matters and Age Friendly Employer pledge members.

Gi Group Holdings Recruitment Limited group of companies includes Gi Recruitment Limited, Draefern Limited, Gi Group Recruitment Ltd, INTOO (UK) Limited, Marks Sattin (UK) Limited, TACK TMI UK Limited, Grafton Professional Staffing Limited, Encore Personnel Services, Gi Group Ireland Limited and Kelly Services (UK) Ltd. Gi Group Ireland Limited are acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this role.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Driver Jobs

Q What is the National Living Wage for HGV drivers in the United Kingdom from April 2026?
As per the Department for Business and Trade, the National Living Wage for HGV drivers aged 21 and over is £12.21 per hour from 1 April 2026. Drivers aged 18 to 20 receive £9.81 per hour and those aged 16 to 17 receive £7.55 per hour. The rate applies to all paid hours including waiting time recorded on the tachograph.
Q Do non-UK drivers need a Skilled Worker visa to work as HGV drivers in the United Kingdom in 2026?
As per the Home Office, non-UK drivers require a Skilled Worker visa sponsored by a licensed employer with a minimum salary of £30,960 or the going rate for the occupation code 8211. The visa lasts up to 5 years and costs £719 for applications made outside the UK. Applicants must also hold a valid Driver CPC and meet the English language requirement at B1 level.
Q What driving licence categories and qualifications are required to apply for HGV driver jobs in the United Kingdom?
As per the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency, applicants must hold a full category C or C+E licence on a UK photocard driving licence and a valid Driver Certificate of Professional Competence. New drivers must complete 35 hours of periodic training every 5 years. No formal academic qualifications are required beyond passing the theory and practical tests.
Q Which documents must be submitted when applying for a Driver job through a UK employer in 2026?
As per GOV.UK, applicants must provide a valid UK photocard driving licence, Driver CPC card, passport or birth certificate, and proof of National Insurance number. Employers also require a completed application form, CV showing at least 1 year of relevant experience, and a current digital tachograph driver card. Right to work evidence is mandatory for all applicants.
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