HGV Night Trunk Driver

HGV night trunk drivers operate on overnight linehaul routes, moving trailers between distribution hubs and regional depots while the roads are quietest. Prism 7 Resourcing places night trunk drivers with major pallet networks, supermarket supply chains, and national hauliers operating out of the South East.

Key Duties

Departing from depot overnight (typically between 20:00 and 02:00) with loaded trailer
Trunking to a destination hub or depot and exchanging trailers for return leg
Managing tachograph and driving hours across night working patterns
Pre-departure and post-journey vehicle and trailer checks
Fuelling and defect reporting via driver app or transport office handover
Maintaining communication with night traffic controller for routing updates
Keeping alert and safe on overnight motorway routes — fatigue awareness is essential

Typical Qualifications & Requirements

Category C+E driving licence (articulated)
Valid CPC Driver Qualification Card
Digital tachograph card
Proven night shift or trunk driving experience
Comfortable with consistent overnight working patterns

Permanent

Build a long-term career with a permanent hgv night trunk driver role. We partner with established employers across the UK and UAE who offer competitive salaries, clear progression pathways, and genuine job security. Our consultants work with you to find a position that fits both your skills and your ambitions.

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Temp-to-Perm

Start as a temporary hgv night trunk driver worker and transition into a permanent position once you've proven your value. Temp-to-perm is one of the most popular routes for Prism 7 candidates — it lets you assess the employer and the role before committing, while keeping the door open to a long-term placement.

Temporary

Prefer to keep your options open? Temporary hgv night trunk driver work gives you the freedom to gain experience across different employers, sectors, and sites while maintaining flexibility over your schedule. Prism 7 handles all compliance, contracts, and payroll so you can focus on the work.

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Permanent Recruitment

We source and shortlist permanent hgv night trunk driver candidates who are genuinely suited to your business — not just whoever is available. Our consultants handle everything from job brief to offer management, saving you time and reducing the risk of a costly mis-hire.

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Temp-to-Perm

Reduce hiring risk with a working trial period. Our temp-to-perm model lets you assess a hgv night trunk driver candidate in your own environment before making a permanent offer. Prism 7 manages the candidate relationship throughout, ensuring a smooth transition when the time is right.

Temporary & Contract

Need hgv night trunk driver cover at short notice? Our temporary and contract staffing service gives you access to fully vetted, compliance-ready candidates — often within 24 to 48 hours. Ideal for seasonal demand, project work, or unexpected absence, with no long-term commitment required.

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