HGV Class 1 Driver (Nights) - Carlisle

At Ascott Transport Limited (ATL), we don’t just move freight, we move industries. As a fast-growing, family-owned transport specialist, we deliver precision-led distribution solutions for some of the UK’s most recognised brands across food, engineering, and automotive sectors. We pride ourselves for our commitment to create a supportive, encouraging and progressive workplace. We believe in supporting and investing in our employees’ talents to grow and develop within ATL.

As an HGV Class 1 Driver, you’ll be a critical link in our operational chain, ensuring goods are delivered safely, efficiently, and on time. You’ll operate to the highest professional standards while representing ATL with pride.

This role will be based from out of our Carlisle depot, working nights between the hours of 5pm an 5am.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Delivering goods in line with manifest instructions
• Obtaining customer signatures as proof of delivery
• Completing daily vehicle and trailer defect checks
• Carrying out full vehicle safety checks in line with DVSA requirements
• Communicating clearly with the Transport Office and customers
• Loading, unloading, and securing goods safely and efficiently
• Ensuring vehicles are parked securely and kept clean and tidy
• Complying with Health & Safety procedures, SSOW, and all relevant legislation
• Working flexibly as part of a high-performing team
• Understanding and adhering to RTD, EU regulations, and our Operator’s Licence responsibilities
• Occasional handballing may be required, always within Manual Handling Guidelines.

Experience Requirements

Essential

• Class C+E licence
• Valid Driver CPC Digital Tachograph card
• Less than 6 penalty points

Desirable

• 2+ years’ commercial Class 1 driving experience
• Multi-drop delivery experience
• Tug experience/licence

What We Offer

We believe people perform at their best when they feel supported, valued, and secure. That’s why we offer a benefits package designed to promote wellbeing, work-life balance, and financial peace of mind:

• 30 Days Annual Leave – Supporting rest, recharge, and balance.

• Free On-Site Parking – Making your commute simpler and more convenient.

• Comprehensive Health & Wellbeing Package – Providing access to resources that support both physical and mental wellbeing.