Class 1 Driver
Velocity UK Limited
Houghton-le-Spring · posted 18 August 2026
Salary
£16.81 – £17.93 an hour
Job type
contract
Location
Houghton-le-Spring, Tyne and Wear
Category
Logistics and Warehousing
Class 1 HGV Driver | Houghton-le-Spring | We are currently recruiting Class 1 (CE) Drivers for a factory shunting role with our client based in Houghton-le-Spring .
Ensure all your application information is up to date and in order before applying for this opportunity.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established business within the automotive sector , offering a long-term assignment with regular hours and competitive rates of pay.
The Role Shunting curtainsider trailers between two local manufacturing sites 8-hour shifts Rotating weekly day and late shifts Minimum 2-month assignment , with the potential to be extended Safe and efficient movement of trailers between sites Straightforward, ongoing work with a structured shift pattern Monday
- Friday.
Pay Rate £16.81
- £17.93 per hour Requirements Valid Class 1 (CE) Licence held for minimum 1 year. xwzovoh
Valid Driver CPC Digital Tachograph Card Previous shunting experience is beneficial but not essential Professional, reliable, and safety-conscious approach If you're looking for a long-term Class 1 role with consistent hours, excellent pay, and straightforward trailer shunting work within the automotive industry, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today or contact Velocity for more information!
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Ensure all your application information is up to date and in order before applying for this opportunity.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established business within the automotive sector , offering a long-term assignment with regular hours and competitive rates of pay.
The Role Shunting curtainsider trailers between two local manufacturing sites 8-hour shifts Rotating weekly day and late shifts Minimum 2-month assignment , with the potential to be extended Safe and efficient movement of trailers between sites Straightforward, ongoing work with a structured shift pattern Monday
- Friday.
Pay Rate £16.81
- £17.93 per hour Requirements Valid Class 1 (CE) Licence held for minimum 1 year. xwzovoh
Valid Driver CPC Digital Tachograph Card Previous shunting experience is beneficial but not essential Professional, reliable, and safety-conscious approach If you're looking for a long-term Class 1 role with consistent hours, excellent pay, and straightforward trailer shunting work within the automotive industry, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today or contact Velocity for more information!