HGV Class 1 Day Driver

Posted 15 December 2025
LocationIpswich
Job type Permanent
Discipline Driving
Reference35010

Job description

 

LME Recruitment Job Opportunity Day Driver Wanted! Job Title: HGV Class 1 Day Driver Location: Ipswich, Suffolk 

Employment Type: Permanent

Salary/Rate: See detailed rates below

 

Payment Details Rate

BASIC Based on up to 55 hours per week (11 Hrs a day)

£14.50 per hour

OVERTIME RATE

Paid for hours worked beyond 11 a day Mon–

Fri £17.50 per hour

MEAL ALLOWANCE

TAX Free £10.00 per day

NIGHT OUT ALLOWANCE

TAX Free £26.20 per night

OVERTIME Weekend/Bank

Holiday £17.50 per hour

EXTRAS Splitter Bonus – Day Rate

£20.00 per occasion

HAZ (standard) Day Rate

£25.00 per occasion

HAZ (Class 1) Day Rate

£75.00 per Occasion

MEGALIFT BONUS Day Rate £30.00 per

Occasion

 

Role Overview :LME Recruitment is searching for a reliable and experienced HGV Class 1 Day Driver to join our busy logistics team in Ipswich. If you want consistent day work, value being home every evening, and pride yourself on delivering goods safely and on time, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

 

What You’ll Be Doing:

Transporting goods nationwide during daytime shifts

(no nights out)

Carrying out pre- and post-trip vehicle checks

Coordinating with the transport office for route

planning and delivery schedules Keeping accurate logbooks, delivery records, and

paperwork

Securing loads and ensuring all cargo is transported

safely

Following all safety regulations and maintaining a

safety-first attitude

Providing friendly, professional customer service at

every delivery point Looking after your vehicle, both inside and out

 

Working Hours: Day shifts, Monday to Friday, no nights out required

Additional Benefits: Annual performance bonus, Training & development opportunities, Free on-site parking

What’s On Offer Competitive pay (see detailed rates above) Day shifts, Monday–Friday, home every night

Healthy work-life balance

Training and development to help you grow

Be part of a respected, growing team 

Range of employee benefits (see above)

 

Ready to take the next step in your driving career?

Apply today!

Contact LME Recruitment at www.lmerecruitment.co.uk or call 01394 570 156.