Class 1 Driver

Job Title: Class 1 Driver - Trunking (Depot to Depot) 
Location: Carlisle
Pay Rate: £16.40 to £19.00 per hour
Working Hours: Monday to Friday - various starts available - Regular, ongoing work
Experience: 6 months Class 1 essential 

Fifth Wheel Recruitment are looking for Class 1 Drivers in Carlisle to work with our client, who are a well established distribution and logistics company based in the North West.

 

We have ongoing trunking positions available offering year-round work, fixed start times and regular routes.

Drivers will alternate between a longer and shorter run throughout the week.

Routes include:
Carlisle – Nuneaton – Carlisle
Carlisle – Haydock – Carlisle
 
Employee Benefits:
Competitive Salary: £16.40 to £19.00 per hour
£16.96 per hour + £2.04 holiday pay = £19.00 per hour total
Immediate Starts: Begin earning immediately
Weekly Pay: Payday every Friday
Career Growth: Excellent opportunities
 
Roles & Responsibilities:

  • Driving and operating a Class 1 vehicle
  • Completing trunking runs between distribution centres
  • Carrying out daily vehicle checks
  • Completing transport paperwork
  • Complying with driver hours and working time regulations
All applicants are expected to complete work to a high standard while following site safety procedures. 
 
About you:
You will have your Class 1 Driving Licence and at least 6 months experience driving commercially.

You must also have your UK DCPC card and a valid Digi-tacho card. Our client may accept up to 6 points on your licence, but we can not accept DD, TT, DR, CD, IN endorsements.

As a professional Driver, you will be up to date with the WTD regulations.

You will be a UK resident and will be able to travel to and from the site for your shift.

We are unable to assist with VISA applications and cannot assist with relocation.
 
Interested?
If you are looking for a new opportunity and you have 6 months exerience driving Class 1 commercially, why not click to apply today?


  • Start: 11/06/2026
  • Duration: On-going
  • Rate: £16.40 to £19.00 per hour
  • Location: Carlisle,England
  • Type: Contract
  • Industry: Other
  • Recruiter: Fifth Wheel Recruitment
  • Contact: Heidi Sowrey
  • Tel: 01925 207016
  • Email: to view click here
  • Reference: Fifthwheel-FIF000-Class1carlisle-2026
  • Posted: 2026-06-11 15:48:04 -

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