Ambitions Personnel

Class 1 Driver

NG31 6LJ

Key information

Pay
£32,879.66 to £32,879.66 a year
Hours
Full-time
Contract
Temporary
Workplace arrangement
On-site
Posted date
2 Sep 2026
Closing date
25 Oct 2026

About this role

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Class 1 HGV Driver to join our client based in Grantham on a temporary to permanent basis.

This is a varied role requiring a reliable and flexible driver who is comfortable operating both Class 1 and Class 2 vehicles, as well as carrying out FLT duties when required.

Duties will include

  • Driving Class 1 HGV vehicles
  • Flexibility to drive Class 2 vehicles when required
  • Carrying out local and regional deliveries/collections as required
  • Loading and unloading materials
  • Operating a Counterbalance Forklift
  • Moving materials around the site
  • Completing relevant vehicle and site paperwork
  • Carrying out vehicle checks and reporting any defects
  • Following site health and safety procedures
  • Supporting general site duties when required
  • Working within a busy recycling and materials-handling environment

WORKING HOURS

Monday to Friday

6:00am start – finish

Finish times will vary depending on the workload and daily requirements.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

  • Valid Class 1 (C+E) licence
  • Previous HGV driving experience
  • Flexibility and willingness to drive Class 2 (C) vehicles when required
  • Valid Driver CPC
  • Valid Digital Tachograph Card
  • Accredited Counterbalance FLT licence – essential
  • Good understanding of health and safety
  • Reliable, punctual and professional attitude
  • Comfortable working in a physical, hands-on environment

Please note

An accredited Counterbalance FLT qualification is essential for this position- in house licence considered.

If you're an experienced Class 1 driver looking for a Monday–Friday position with a varied role involving HGV driving, FLT operation and materials handling, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today or call Meda on 01476574514 for more information

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