Class 1 Driver - Bristol

Royal Mail; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site parking

Canteen facilities

PAYE pay

Holiday pay

Pension

Job summary

Royal Mail is seeking an HGV Class 1 Driver to join our Bristol/Gloucestershire operation, delivering mail between depots on appointed shifts. The role is temporary/ongoing with regular morning, evening or weekend work.

You will hold a valid Class 1 CE licence with CPC and Tachograph, have up to 6 points, and pass DBS checks. We offer PAYE pay, holiday pay, and on-site facilities at most depots.

Qualifications

• HGV Class 1 CE licence held for at least 12 months.
• CPC and Digital Tachograph card required.
• At least 180 days of Class 1 driving in the last year.
• No more than 6 penalty points.

Responsibilities

• Transport mail between Royal Mail depots.
• Follow planned routes with minimal loading/unloading.
• Choose from morning, evening and weekend shifts.
• Complete vehicle safety checks before each shift.

Skills

HGV Class 1 CE

CPC

Digital Tachograph

Days of Class 1 driving in last year

Points limit 6

DBS checks

Job description

Class 1 Driver - Bristol

Date Posted: 2026-10-06

Location: Gloucestershire, Gloucestershire, GB, BS37 7NE

Application Deadline: 2027-01-04T23:00:31.923

Job Details

HGV Class 1 Driver Bristol

Type: Temporary/Ongoing

Rate: Up to £24.57 per hour

Looking for steady work with a well-known national employer? Join Royal Mail as an HGV Class 1 Driver and enjoy reliable depot-to-depot driving, competitive pay and regular shifts.

What You'll Be Doing

• Transport mail between Royal Mail depots
• Follow planned routes with minimal loading or unloading
• Choose from morning, evening and weekend shifts
• Complete vehicle safety checks before each shift

What You'll Need

• Valid HGV Class 1 (Category CE) licence (held for at least 12 months)
• Valid CPC and Digital Tachograph card
• At least 180 days of Class 1 driving experience within the last year
• No more than 6 penalty points
• Able to pass DBS and vetting checks
• Driving licence showing your current address

What's in It for You?

• Earn £21.44-£24.57 per hour (depending on shift)
• Paid 8 hours if you pass 2-4 hour driving assessment
• Guaranteed minimum daily hours
• Weekly PAYE pay
• Holiday pay and pension
• Opportunity to secure regular preferred shifts
• On-site parking and canteen facilities at most depots
• Ongoing support from the Pertemps team