HGV Driver jobs in Manchester & the North West

Join top UK employers offering competitive pay, structured shifts, and long-term career development in Manchester, Trafford Park, Middleton, Heywood, Wigan, Rochdale, Leigh, Altrincham, Oldham, Warrington, Preston, Leyland, and Skelmersdale.

We’re actively recruiting for Class 1, Class 2, and 7.5 Tonne Driver roles across Greater Manchester and the North West.


What’s on Offer

  • Competitive hourly rates
  • Fixed shift patterns
  • Opportunities for progression
  • Immediate starts available
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This page showcases driving opportunities based in Manchester and the North West, however, our recruitment team supports transport roles nationwide. To find positions that best match your location and preferences, please use the search bar and filters to refine your results.

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  • JN -102026-134010_1790936849
    • Up to £15.76 per hour + Accrued holiday pay / Bonus
    • Warrington, Cheshire
    • Permanent

    🚛 7.5T Drivers Wanted - Up-skill to Class 2! 🚛 Are you a 7.5T driver looking to take the next step in your career? Have you always wanted to drive a Class 2 vehicle but haven't had the opportunity to gain the experience? Blue Arrow is rec...

  • JN -102026-134015_1790946217
    • Up to £13.69 per annum
    • Rochdale, Greater Manchester
    • Temporary

    Blue Arrow are actively seeking Postal Delivery Drivers to join a successful delivery office team in Rochdale (OL16). As a Postal Worker, you will be a vital part of the community, delivering letters and parcels, while being the friendly face that...

  • JN -102026-133973_1790851784
    • £17.00 - £24.14 per hour + Accrued holiday pay
    • Warrington, Cheshire
    • Full-Time

    HGV Class 2 HIAB Driver 📍 Warrington, Cheshire Blue Arrow Blue Arrow is recruiting experienced HGV Class 2 HIAB Drivers for our client based in Warrington, Cheshire. This is an excellent opportunity for professional drivers looking for ongoing...

  • JN -092026-133820_1790852050
    • Up to £13.69 per hour
    • Nelson, Lancashire
    • Temporary

    Blue Arrow are actively seeking Postal Delivery Drivers to join a successful delivery office team in Pendle (BB9). As a Postal Worker, you will be a vital part of the community, delivering letters and parcels, while being the friendly face that pe...

  • JN -092026-133908_1790694534
    • £16.05 - £23.43 per hour + Accrued holiday pay
    • Middleton, Greater Manchester
    • Permanent

    7.5 Tonne Driver - Middleton Temp to Perm Opportunity Blue Arrow is currently recruiting experienced 7.5 Tonne Drivers for a well-established client based in Middleton . This is an excellent opportunity for drivers looking for a long-term role...

  • JN -092026-133914_1790697976
    • £12.88 - £14.49 per hour + Accrued holiday pay
    • Leigh, Greater Manchester
    • Contract

    FLT Counterbalance Driver Blue Arrow Recruitment | Working in Partnership with XPO Logistics Blue Arrow is currently recruiting FLT Counterbalance Drivers on behalf of our client, XPO Logistics . This is an excellent opportunity to secure an on...

  • JN -092026-133820_1790266838
    • Up to £13.69 per hour
    • Nelson, Lancashire
    • Temporary

    Blue Arrow are actively seeking Postal Delivery Drivers to join a successful delivery office team in Pendle (BB9). As a Postal Worker, you will be a vital part of the community, delivering letters and parcels, while being the friendly face that pe...

  • JN -092026-133822_1790267508
    • Up to £13.69 per hour
    • Rossendale, Lancashire
    • Temporary

    Blue Arrow are actively seeking Postal Delivery Drivers to join a successful delivery office team in Rossendale (BB4). As a Postal Worker, you will be a vital part of the community, delivering letters and parcels, while being the friendly face tha...

  • JN -092026-133789_1790168867
    • £18.52 - £19.66 per annum
    • Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire
    • Temporary

    🚛 CLASS 1 DRIVERS NEEDED - STOKE-ON-TRENT (ST5) 🚛 Assessments taking place next week! We're recruiting Class 1 (C+E) Drivers for an ongoing contract in the ST5 area , with work available through to January and potential extensions beyond ....

  • JN -092026-133790_1790170125
    • Up to £27483.66 per annum
    • Oldham, Greater Manchester
    • Contract

    FLT Reach Truck Driver (Permanent) 📍 Location: Oldham, OL9 🕒 Hours: Monday to Friday, 6:30am to 2:30pm 💰 Salary: £27,483.66 per annum (including monthly uplift) 📄 Contract Type: Permanent About the Role We are recruiting for an experie...

  • JN -092026-133384_1789488058
    • £15.68 - £18.00 per hour + Accrued holiday pay
    • Rochdale, Greater Manchester
    • Temporary

    🚛 Class 2 Drivers Wanted - Rochdale 🚛 Blue Arrow is currently recruiting Class 2 (Category C) Drivers for a leading client based in Rochdale . This is an excellent opportunity for drivers looking for long-term, stable work with the poten...

  • JN -092026-133320_1789396438
    • Up to £18.53 per hour + Accrued holiday pay
    • Stockport, Greater Manchester
    • Temporary

    Class 2 Flat Bed Driver 📍 Location: Stockport, Manchester 💷 Pay Rate: £18.53 per hour 🕒 Hours: Monday to Friday 📋 Job Type: Full-Time, Ongoing Work Blue Arrow is currently recruiting for an experienced Class 2 Flat Bed Driver to join a le...

  • JN -092026-133294_1789140836
    • £16.60 - £25.00 per hour + Accrued holiday pay
    • Rochdale, Greater Manchester
    • Temporary

    HGV Class 1 Trunking Drivers Required Location: Rochdale Shift Pattern: 4 On / 4 Off Start Times: Between 15.00 and 22.00 Type: Ongoing Work Company: Blue Arrow The Role Blue Arrow is currently recruiting HGV Class 1 (C+E) Drivers on behalf...

  • JN -092026-133185_1788956388
    • £15.5 - £25.50 per hour + Accrued holiday pay
    • Rochdale, Greater Manchester
    • Employment Type Unspecified

    HGV Class 1 Trunking Driver Location: Rochdale Pay Rate: £16.60 to £25.00 per hour + Holiday Pay Accrued Shift Pattern: 4 On / 4 Off - Plenty of overtime if required. Start Times: Between 17:00 and 22:00 Blue Arrow is currently recruiting HGV...

Driving with Blue Arrow in Manchester FAQs

At Blue Arrow, we connect skilled and aspiring Drivers with rewarding opportunities across Manchester, the North West and the rest of the UK. Whether you're newly qualified or an experienced HGV professional, we offer roles that match your lifestyle, ambitions, and availability.

What HGV Driver jobs are available in Manchester and the North West?

Blue Arrow recruits Class 1, Class 2 and specialist Drivers for transport and logistics employers across Manchester and the North West.

Opportunities regularly include:

  • HGV Class 1 Drivers – Day and night trunking, general haulage, and specialist deliveries.
  • HGV Class 2 Drivers – Home delivery, store distribution, and multi-drop roles with full support.
  • 7.5 Tonne Drivers – Two-person delivery roles, often involving white goods and home installations.
  • HIAB Drivers – Specialist roles delivering to construction sites and builder merchants.

Our clients include some of the UK’s most trusted logistics and retail brands, such as DPD, XPO, DHL, Boots, and Arrow XL.

Where are your driving jobs based?

Our driving jobs cover Manchester and surrounding North West locations, including:

  • Manchester
  • Salford
  • Bolton
  • Wigan
  • Warrington
  • Stockport
  • Oldham
  • Rochdale

Roles are often based within major transport hubs and logistics centres across the region.

What shift patterns are available?

We understand that flexibility is key. That’s why our driving roles offer a variety of shift options:

  • Day shifts – Typically starting between 2:00 AM and 6:00 AM.
  • Night shifts – Common start times between 4:00 PM and 11:00 PM.
  • Weekend shifts – Available in selected roles, often with enhanced pay.
  • Fixed weekday patterns – Monday to Friday roles ideal for routine planning.
  • Part-time and flexible options – Available in selected contracts, especially during peak periods.
  • Pre-booked rotas – Most roles offer weekly scheduling for predictable planning.

Can newly qualified HGV Drivers apply?

Yes. Many employers welcome applications from newly qualified Drivers and provide support to help them gain practical experience.

You'll typically need:

  • A valid Category C or C+E licence
  • Driver CPC qualification
  • Digital Tachograph Card

Specific requirements will be listed on individual job adverts.

What types of driving work are available?

Driving opportunities may include:

  • Trunking work
  • General haulage
  • Store delivery
  • Multi-drop delivery
  • Depot-to-depot driving
  • Construction and merchant delivery roles


Are temporary and permanent driving jobs available?

Employment types include:

  • Temporary roles – Ideal for gaining experience or seasonal work.
  • Temp-to-perm contracts – Try before you commit, with long-term potential.
  • Fixed-term contracts – Great for peak periods or project-based work.
  • Part-time positions – Available in selected roles.

What our Drivers say

“Great place to work with reliable hours and supportive team”
“Ideal for new Drivers looking to gain experience”
“Supportive team, great trucks, and long-term opportunities”

Ready to apply?

We aim to respond within 48 hours of your application. Most roles include a short assessment and induction arranged within 72 hours.

Apply now to start your journey with Blue Arrow.