Job Description

Versatile Class 1 Driver


We're looking for a versatile and safety-focused Class 1 Driver to join our specialist logistics team. You'll be responsible for the secure transport of hazardous goods -such as lithium-ion batteries and solar panels, across the UK.

ADR training will be provided

for successful candidates, supported by a training agreement to ensure you're fully equipped for the role.



A typical day starts between 5-6 AM, with 1-2 deliveries to engineers in the morning, followed by a trunk run between our distribution centres. This role is ideal for professional drivers who take pride in safety, compliance, and customer service.



We offer a competitive salary and benefits package and pride ourselves on our social value commitments and our strategy to providing a diverse and inclusive workforce. Our people are what make us great!

Title of Role: Versatile Class 1 Driver

Location: Harlow CM19 5AW

Salary: 46352.19

Shifts: Monday-Friday, with occasional weekends

Essential skills required:

Valid UK Class 1 (CE) licence. Driver CPC and Digital Tachograph Card. Previous experience with hazardous goods transport (batteries/solar panels desirable). Strong commitment to safety, compliance, and excellent customer service. Ability to work independently with a professional approach.

Key Responsibilities

Safely transport ADR-classified goods (e.g. lithium-ion batteries) to and from customer sites. Carry out vehicle checks, report defects, and ensure compliance with company and legal safety standards. Follow ADR, Driver Hours, Tachograph, and Health & Safety regulations at all times. Accurately complete delivery documentation (ePODs, manifests, waste transfer notes if required). Provide a professional, reliable service when representing the company to customers and site contacts.

What do we offer?

We really value our people and offer a friendly, safety-first working environment and a competitive salary along with other benefits including company pension scheme, generous holidays, cycle to work scheme, share scheme, employee benefits online discount platform, onsite parking + much more

As a valued member of the team, you will be rewarded with:

Competitive salary First Aid, Health and Safety & Fire Marshall Training available Free onsite parking Uniform Retail discounts Pension scheme Death in Service benefit Healthcare Cash Plan Cycle to Work Scheme Wellbeing and benefits Portal

Our people are at the core of our business and what makes Wincanton great. That's why we provide significant opportunities for career progression, as well as training enrichment and multi-skilling, in a dynamic working environment.

Linked Career Path > Class 1 Driver > ADR Class 1 Driver > Transport Supervisor >Transport Manager

Wincanton is a leading supply chain partner for British business, providing supply chain solutions up and down the country. Through a wealth of experience and knowledge Wincanton provides business critical services including storage, handling and distribution; high volume eFulfilment; retailer 'dark stores'; two-person home delivery; fleet and transport management; and network optimisation for many of the UK's best-known companies.