Class 1 Driver (CE) - Self employed (tramper)

Job Description

Class 1 Driver (CE) - Self employed (tramper)\n
\nEngagement Type: Self-Employed (Subcontractor)\n
\nPay: £17.50 £19.50 per hour\n
\nTypical Annual Earnings: £56,000 £68,000\n
\nHGV Class 1 (CE) Driver Tramping (Self-Employed)\n
\nWaiting List Open | Structured Operation | High Standards\n
\nWe operate a structured, professionally managed haulage operation with clear systems, planning, and communication.\n
\nRather than urgent or volume recruitment, we maintain a priority waiting list for experienced self-employed HGV Class 1 drivers who want long-term, predictable work within a calm and well-run tramping operation.\n
\nThis opportunity suits drivers who value:\n
\n Structure and routine\n
\n Clear communication and planning\n
\n Well-prepared vehicles\n
\n A calm, professional working environment\n
\nIf you are looking for casual work, short-term placements, or loosely managed operations, this role will not be the right fit.\n
\nPay Structure (Enhanced Flat-Rate)\n
\nRather than a low basic rate with overtime premiums, we operate an enhanced flat-rate structure that already reflects longer working weeks.\n
\nMonday Friday:\n
\n £17.50 per hour starting rate (flat rate)\n
\n Same rate applies to all weekday hours\n
\nRate Progression:\n
\n Reviewed every 3 months\n
\n £0.25 per hour increase per successful review\n
\n Progression up to £19.50 per hour\n
\nSaturday / Sunday / Bank Holidays:\n
\n £22.00 per hour (flat rate)\n
\nAdditional Pay:\n
\n £26.20 per night out (tramping allowance)\n
\n £0.50 per hour fuel efficiency bonus when MPG targets are met\n
\n £20 per completed ADR load (where applicable)\n
\nHours & Working Pattern:\n
\n Guaranteed minimum 50 hours per week\n
\n Typical working week: 5565 hours\n
\n MondayFriday tramping\n
\n Weekend work only by agreement\n
\nBreakdowns & Delays:\n
\n In the event of a vehicle breakdown or roadside delay beyond the drivers control, up to 10 hours will be paid for the affected working day.\n
\n This is intended to fairly compensate for productive time lost due to mechanical issues.\n
\nVehicles & Driver Support:\n
\n Modern, well-maintained vehicles\n
\n 360 cameras and reversing cameras\n
\n Driver-facing safety systems (fatigue and distraction alerts)\n
\n Professional HGV sat-nav\n
\n Digital job instructions via in-cab systems\n
\nSystems are in place to support drivers and protect them during incidents, not to micromanage.\n
\nEntry Requirements:\n
\n Minimum 3 years HGV Class 1 (CE) experience\n
\n Tramping experience preferred\n
\n Maximum 6 licence points\n
\n No DR10, IN10, or serious endorsements\n
\n Right to work in the UK\n
\n Valid UTR number (self-employed)\n
\nLocation:\n
\n Departing from Heywood\n
\n UK-wide routes\n
\nREF-229 457\n
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Job Overview

ID:

2566234

Date Posted:

Posted 12 hours ago

Expiration Date:

10/08/2026

Location:

Harlow

Salary:

Competitive

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