Class 1 Driver

Millison Chase Ltd; Bradley Stoke; On-site; GBP 55,104,000 - 61,992,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly PAYE pay

Direct in-house employment

Holiday pay accrued

Workplace pension enrolment

Long-term career opportunities

Job summary

Millison Chase Limited is recruiting experienced HGV Class 1 Drivers for ongoing retail store distribution across the UK. You will operate modern articulated lorries, undertake 1–2 drops per shift, and ensure loads are secured with straps while complying with Driver's Hours and Tachograph regulations.

This in-house role offers regular PAYE pay, ongoing work throughout the year, potential long-term and permanent opportunities, and a direct employment path with Millison Chase Limited.

Qualifications

• Valid UK HGV Class 1 (C+E) Licence.
• Valid Driver CPC Card.
• Digital Tachograph Card.
• Minimum 1 year's Class 1 driving experience.
• Desirable experience with curtain-side or box trailers.

Responsibilities

• Completing retail store deliveries and collections.
• Carrying out 1 to 2 drops or collections per shift.
• Operating articulated Class 1 vehicles with box-bodied trailers.
• Delivering safely to RDCs, NDCs, retail stores, and commercial premises.
• Securing loads using straps and internal restraint systems.
• Carrying out daily vehicle and trailer safety checks.
• Completing delivery paperwork accurately.
• Following Driver's Hours and Tachograph Regulations.
• Providing excellent customer service at delivery locations.

Skills

HGV Class 1 Licence

CPC Card

Digital Tachograph Card

Load security procedures

Customer service

Professional attitude

Team player

UK driving experience

Job description

HGV Class 1 Driver Retail Store Distribution

Millison Chase Limited is currently recruiting experienced HGV Class 1 Drivers for ongoing retail store distribution work with one of our leading logistics clients. This is an excellent opportunity for professional Class 1 (C+E) Drivers looking for regular work delivering retail goods to supermarkets, high street stores, retail parks, distribution centres, and regional delivery hubs throughout the UK. The role involves operating modern articulated lorries with box-bodied trailers, completing 1 to 2 store deliveries or collections per shift, depending on route allocation and delivery locations. Routes are carefully planned to ensure compliance with Driver's Hours Regulations and the Working Time Directive while providing consistent, well-organised work. This is bay-to-bay delivery work, meaning there is no handball required. Drivers will be responsible for ensuring loads are correctly secured before departure using internal load restraint systems and straps where required, carrying out vehicle safety checks, and maintaining the security of the load throughout the journey. This is an ongoing opportunity offering excellent PAYE rates, regular work, and direct in-house employment with Millison Chase Limited.

Pay & Progression

• Days: £19.50 per hour
• Weekly PAYE pay
• Direct in-house employment with Millison Chase Limited
• Ongoing work available throughout the year
• Potential long-term and permanent opportunities for suitable candidates

Responsibilities

• Completing retail store deliveries and collections
• Carrying out 1 to 2 drops or collections per shift
• Operating articulated Class 1 vehicles with box-bodied trailers
• Delivering safely to RDCs, NDCs, retail stores, and commercial premises
• Securing loads using straps and internal restraint systems
• Carrying out daily vehicle and trailer safety checks
• Completing delivery paperwork accurately
• Following Driver's Hours and Tachograph Regulations
• Providing excellent customer service at delivery locations
• Operating vehicles safely and professionally at all times

Requirements

• Valid UK HGV Class 1 (C+E) Licence
• Valid Driver CPC Card
• Digital Tachograph Card
• Minimum 1 year's Class 1 driving experience preferred
• Experience with curtain-side or box trailer operations desirable
• Good understanding of load security procedures
• Good communication and customer service skills
• Reliable and professional attitude
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Legal right to work in the United Kingdom and ability to provide documentation
• Millison Chase Limited does NOT sponsor work visas

Benefits

• Ongoing work available
• Weekly PAYE pay
• Direct in-house employment with Millison Chase Limited
• Holiday pay accrued
• Workplace pension enrolment after qualifying period
• Modern, well-maintained fleet
• Friendly and supportive transport team
• Regular work patterns
• Long-term career opportunities
• Opportunities to secure permanent employment with our clients