🚛 HGV Class 1 Driver Opportunities

📍 Location: Washington Depot (Kinaxia Newcastle)
🕒 Shift Pattern: 4 on / 4 off – Night Shift

Kinaxia Newcastle is looking for dedicated and professional HGV Class 1 Drivers to join our General Haulage team. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive working environment where everyone feels valued and supported.

If you take pride in your work, value safety, and enjoy being part of a reliable team—we’d love to hear from you.

🌟 What We Offer

We believe in rewarding our people and supporting their wellbeing:

• Life Assurance
• Company Pension Scheme
• Full Uniform & PPE provided
• Onsite Parking
• Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 support)
• Long Service Awards (5, 10, 15, 20, 30 & 40 years)
• Employee Discounts across top brands (shopping, travel, motoring & leisure)

🛠️ Your Role

As a key member of our team, you will:

• Carry out daily vehicle checks to ensure safety and roadworthiness
• Deliver and collect goods as scheduled, following manifests
• Communicate effectively with the traffic office and report any issues promptly
• Adhere to all company, customer, and Highway Code requirements
• Maintain high health and safety standards at all times
• Ensure compliance with EU tachograph and Working Time Directive regulations
• Keep your vehicle clean and tidy
• Carry out pallet truck and tail lift deliveries where required

✅ About You

We’re looking for people who are:

• Reliable, responsible, and safety-focused
• Strong communicators and team players
• Committed to delivering excellent service

Essential Requirements:

• Full LGV C+E (Class 1) licence (2+ years’ experience preferred, but not essential)
• Valid Driver CPC / Driver Qualification Card (DQC)
• Digital Tachograph Card