HGV Class 1 Driver (4/4 Nights)

About The Lockwood Group

The Lockwood Group is a dynamic, forward-thinking, family-run business established in 1965. With over 350 employees across 7 UK sites, we operate across UK transport, distribution and storage, frozen food production, and co-packing solutions.

We are proud to be a DVSA Earned Recognition Operator and invest heavily in our people, fleet, and facilities.

Due to continued growth, we are now looking for professional and motivated HGV Class 1 (C+E) Drivers to join our team on a 4 on 4 off night shift pattern.

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Pay & Shift Details

Shift Pattern: 4 on/4 off (Nights)
Average Shift Length: 48 hours avergage per block of 4 (calculated over a 26-week reference period).  Hours may vary from day to day due to the nature of the business.

Basic Salary: £35,126 per annum

• Equivalent to £193 per shift

• Based on 3.5 shifts per week / 182 shifts per year

Performance Bonus:
Graded driver performance bonus (Grade A–D) worth up to £2,400 per annum

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The Role

• General haulage work

• Safe, timely and professional delivery of goods

• Providing excellent customer service at all times

• Accurate and clear communication with the Transport team

• Using the latest driver technology, including:

  • Electronic POD devices

  • Electronic walkaround check systems

Full training is provided on all systems and processes.

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What We Offer

• Modern, well-maintained fleet (predominantly MAN, Scania, DAF & Iveco)

• Funded CPC training

• Training and development opportunities including:

  • ADR

  • Driver Assessor

  • FLT licences

• Workplace pension

• Full PPE and uniform provided

• 20 days annual leave

• Recently refurbished on-site facilities

• Free on-site parking

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What We’re Looking For

• Full HGV Class 1 (C+E) licence

• Valid CPC qualification

• Valid Digital Tachograph card

• Good understanding of Tachograph and WTD regulations

• Reliable, punctual and flexible approach to work

• Strong communication skills with a professional and customer-focused attitude

Previous Class 1 experience is preferred but not essential.

Newly qualified drivers are encouraged to apply.
We have an experienced team of Driver Assessors and Mentors who provide full training and ongoing support to help you build your career.

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If you’re looking to join a stable, growing company that values its drivers and invests in its people, we would love to hear from you.