HGV Class 1 Driver - Wagon and Drag

People Solutions Group LimitedBellshillreedpublished 11/03/2026

HGV Class 1 Driver – Wagon and Drag – Night Shift – Bellshill

People Solutions are currently recruiting for HGV Class 1 Wagon and Drag Drivers to join our client's established transport operation based in Bellshill.

This is a fantastic opportunity offering £17.50–£20.00 per hour, Sunday-to-Thursday night shifts, consistent full-time work, weekly pay, immediate starts and genuine temporary-to-permanent opportunities.

£17.50–£20.00 Per Hour | Sunday to Thursday Nights | Weekly Pay | Full-Time Work | Paid Two-Day Induction | Temp-to-Perm Opportunities

This position is ideal for applicants who have previously worked as an HGV Class 1 Driver, LGV Class 1 Driver, Category C+E Driver, CE Driver, Wagon and Drag Driver, Articulated Lorry Driver, Trunking Driver or Distribution Driver.

Shifts

  • Night shifts – Sunday to Thursday
  • Consistent full-time work

Rates of Pay

  • £17.50–£20.00 per hour
  • Weekly pay

Benefits

As an HGV Class 1 Wagon and Drag Driver, you will receive:

  • Consistent full-time work
  • Excellent hourly rates
  • Weekly pay
  • Temporary-to-permanent opportunities for the right candidate
  • Immediate starts available
  • Paid two-day site induction
  • Free on-site parking
  • Excellent motorway links
  • Employee wellbeing programme
  • Supportive and professional working environment

Day-to-Day Duties

As an HGV Class 1 Wagon and Drag Driver, your duties will include (but are not limited to):

  • Operating Category C+E wagon and drag vehicles safely and efficiently
  • Carrying out daily vehicle safety checks and reporting defects
  • Completing trunking, collection and delivery duties as required
  • Operating wagon and drag combinations on designated routes
  • Ensuring all loads are secured safely before transport
  • Communicating effectively with transport and warehouse teams
  • Following road traffic legislation, health and safety procedures and company policies
  • Completing all relevant paperwork accurately and on time

Essential Skills

To be successful as an HGV Class 1 Wagon and Drag Driver, you will need:

  • Valid UK Category C+E (Class 1) Driving Licence
  • Valid Driver CPC Qualification Card
  • Valid Digital Tachograph Card
  • Previous experience driving HGV Class 1 vehicles
  • No more than six penalty points for minor offences
  • No IN, DR, DD or CD endorsements
  • Good physical fitness to undertake manual handling duties where required
  • Reliable, professional and punctual approach to work
  • Good understanding of road safety and transport compliance

Desirable Experience

  • Previous wagon and drag driving experience
  • Experience within distribution, logistics or retail deliveries
  • Previous commercial HGV Class 1 driving experience

Training Provided

  • Full onboarding support, including a paid two-day site induction
  • Industry-related training and ongoing support throughout your assignment

Apply

If you are an experienced HGV Class 1 Driver looking for Sunday-to-Thursday night work in Bellshill, offering competitive hourly rates, weekly pay, immediate starts and genuine temporary-to-permanent opportunities, apply today with your updated CV.

A member of our recruitment team will be in touch.

People Solutions do not charge candidates any fees or request deposits at any stage of the recruitment process.