HGV Class 1 Driver

Bristol Source: WhatJobs
£19/hr

HGV Class 1 Driver – Store Deliveries – Severn Beach

People Solutions are currently recruiting for an HGV Class 1 Driver to join our well-established client based in Severn Beach .

This is a fantastic opportunity offering competitive rates of pay, regular ongoing work, flexible weekly planning and long-term opportunities within a busy 24-hour transport operation.

£19.00 Per Hour | Flexible Start Times | Regular Ongoing Work | Weekly Pay | No Driving Assessment | Temp-to-Perm Opportunities

This position is ideal for applicants who have previously worked as an HGV Class 1 Driver , LGV Class 1 Driver , Category C+E Driver or Articulated Lorry Driver .

Shifts

 • Various start times available
 • Early starts from approximately 01:00 to 09:00
 • Later runs also available
 • Shifts generally lasting 9–11 hours
 • Weekly planning based around your availability
 • 24/7 transport operation
 • Temporary, ongoing and temp-to-perm opportunities available

Rates of Pay

 • £19.00 per hour

Benefits

As an HGV Class 1 Driver, you will receive:

 • Regular Class 1 driving work
 • Competitive hourly rate
 • Flexible weekly planning
 • Variety of start times available
 • Ongoing work within a busy transport operation
 • No driving assessment required
 • Opportunity for long-term employment
 • Weekly pay

Day-to-Day Duties

As an HGV Class 1 Driver, your duties will include (but are not limited to):

 • Completing HGV Class 1 store deliveries to retail locations
 • Delivering ambient and chilled products
 • Completing 1–2 store deliveries per shift
 • Using tail lift equipment, including slide and tilt systems
 • Operating electric and manual pump trucks
 • Conducting front-of-store palletised deliveries
 • Occasionally completing trunking work and trailer swaps between distribution centres
 • Completing all vehicle checks and paperwork accurately
 • Delivering goods safely and professionally whilst maintaining excellent customer service standards
 • Ensuring all deliveries are completed within planned schedules

Essential Skills

To be successful as an HGV Class 1 Driver, you will need:

 • A valid UK Category C+E Driving Licence
 • Ideally a minimum of twelve months' HGV Class 1 driving experience
 • Experience using tail lift equipment
 • Confidence using electric and manual pump trucks
 • A maximum of six penalty points on your licence
 • No DR, IN10 or CD endorsements
 • A good understanding of safe working practices
 • A reliable and professional approach to work

Desirable Experience

 • Previous HGV Class 1 store delivery experience
 • Experience delivering ambient and chilled products
 • Previous experience completing palletised retail deliveries
 • Experience with trunking operations and trailer swaps

Drivers with approximately six months' HGV Class 1 experience may also be considered where previous store delivery experience can be demonstrated and Digi Card records show suitable driving experience.

Training Provided

 • One-hour driver induction before commencing work
 • No driving assessment required
 • Industry-related training and ongoing support throughout your assignment

Apply

If you are an experienced HGV Class 1 Driver looking for regular store delivery work with flexible start times and ongoing opportunities, apply today and a member of the People Solutions team will be in touch.

People Solutions do not charge candidates any fees or request deposits at any stage of the recruitment process.

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