Class 1 HGV Night Trunking Driver

Full-Time | Permanent | Weekly Pay | Home Every Night

The Role

Enjoy the calm of night driving? We’ve got the perfect role for you.
Zenith Freight is looking for dependable HGV Class 1 Drivers to join our expanding team. This is a straightforward, stress-free role: no nights away, no handballing, and no city-centre traffic. All routes begin and end at either our Haydock or Knowsley depot, so you’ll always return home at the end of your shift.

As a family-run business, we believe drivers should feel valued, supported, and recognised. You won’t just be a number here — you’ll be part of a team that looks after each other.

What We Offer

• Salary starting from £39,000
• Weekly pay, with guaranteed pay if shifts are cancelled
• Overtime available for extra income
• “Home Every Night” – no tramping required
• Drop-and-swap trailer work only – no loading or unloading
• Flexible shift patterns (5 on, 2 off full-time rota)
• Up to 28 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• Company pension scheme
• Referral rewards – bring a friend and earn bonus pay
• Free, secure on-site parking
• Career progression opportunities as we grow across the UK

Your Day-to-Day

• Drive pre-planned routes (delivered via smartphone – no paperwork)
• Mix of local multi-drop runs and longer single-drop journeys
• Trailer swaps only — trailers are prepped and ready by our warehouse team
• Keep safety and professionalism at the heart of your work

What You’ll Need

• Full UK driving licence with HGV Class 1 (C+E) entitlement
• At least 12 months’ Class 1 driving experience
• Valid CPC and digital tachograph card
• Strong communication skills
• A safety-first mindset
• Reasonable physical fitness for basic driver tasks

Why Join Zenith Freight?

We’re a growing, family-run business with big ambitions — and our drivers are at the centre of everything we do. You’ll enjoy stability, support, and a positive workplace culture, plus the chance to progress into depot or office roles as we continue to expand.

Apply now and start your next driving career with a company that values you.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From £39,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Free parking
• On-site parking

Application question(s):

• How long have you had your Class 1 Licence?

Experience:

• Class 1 Driving: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Class 1 (CE + CE1 Driving Licence (required)

Work Location: On the road