Class 1 Driver

Description:

Hexagon Recruitment are recruiting on behalf of our client for experienced Class 1 (C+E) Drivers to support a busy airfreight operation based in Hounslow.

This opportunity is ideal for drivers looking for weekend work, with shifts primarily available between Friday to Monday. Additional shifts may become available in line with operational requirements.

If you enjoy long-distance trunking, nights away from home, and working within the fast-paced airfreight industry, we'd love to hear from you.

The Role

You'll be transporting secure air cargo between major UK airports and distribution hubs, ensuring freight is delivered safely, professionally and on time.

This is clean trunking work with no multidrop or manual handling, operating modern, well-maintained vehicles.

A minimum of 12 hours is paid for every shift worked.

What You'll Be Doing

* Transporting air cargo between major UK airports, including Heathrow, Gatwick, East Midlands and Manchester

* Completing long-distance trunking work with regular nights out

* Carrying out daily vehicle checks and defect reporting

* Completing transport paperwork accurately

* Following all airfreight security procedures and transport legislation

* Providing a professional service at customer sites

What We're Looking For

* Valid UK Class 1 (Category C+E) licence

* Valid Driver CPC and Digital Tachograph Card

* Minimum 2 years' UK Class 1 driving experience

* Comfortable with long-distance driving and overnight stays

* Maximum 6 penalty points (No DD, DR or IN convictions)

* Previous airfreight experience is advantageous

* Cargo Operative Driver (COD/Level D) certificate preferred, or willingness to obtain

* Able to provide a clean DBS and 5-year checkable employment history for airport security clearance

Additional Training

The following qualifications are required for the role. If you don't already hold them, we can help you obtain them:

* Health & Safety Level 2

* Manual Handling

* Working at Height

* Dangerous Goods Awareness

Why Apply?

Regular weekend work within a professional airfreight operation
12-hour minimum paid shift on every booking
Long-distance trunking – no multidrop deliveries
Modern, well-maintained fleet
Weekly pay
Opportunity for additional shifts when available

Apply Today

If you're an experienced Class 1 Driver looking for flexible, ongoing work within the airfreight sector, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today with Hexagon Recruitment to register your interest