Class 1 Driver: Competitive Pay & Weekend Rates

Gregory Group; Hallen; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime pay

Weekend rates

Training courses

Discounts

Wellbeing support

Career development

Holiday allowance

Pension

Free uniform

Volunteer day

Job summary

Gregory Distribution Ltd in Avonmouth is seeking a Class 1 Driver to join a dedicated contract team. You will deliver goods to retail stores using curtain side, tail lift and box trailers, with a typical 1 to 3 drops per shift and a focus on keeping deliveries on schedule.

You will ensure loads are safely restrained, operate electric pallet trucks, and perform daily vehicle checks while maintaining strong communication with the transport office and store teams.

Qualifications

• Hold a valid UK Class 1 (CE) Driving Licence and Driver CPC.
• Digital Tachograph Card is required.
• Experience delivering to retail/sites is advantageous; full training available.

Responsibilities

• Deliver goods to retail stores on a dedicated contract with curtain side, tail lift and box trailers.
• Maintain a 1–3 drops per shift and keep deliveries on schedule.
• Secure loads with straps and nets to prevent movement during transit.
• Operate electric pallet trucks and assist unloading at customer sites when needed.
• Move trailers for servicing and perform daily vehicle checks using the company phone.
• Communicate with transport office to report delivery progress and changes in real time.
• Present a professional image at every delivery point and build relationships with store teams.

Skills

UK Class 1 CE Licence

Driver CPC

Digital Tachograph Card

Customer service

UK route knowledge

Team‑oriented

Job description

Gregory Distribution Ltd in Avonmouth is seeking a Class 1 Driver to join a dedicated contract team. You will deliver goods to retail stores using curtain side, tail lift and box trailers, with a typical 1 to 3 drops per shift and a focus on keeping deliveries on schedule.

You will ensure loads are safely restrained, operate electric pallet trucks, and perform daily vehicle checks while maintaining strong communication with the transport office and store teams.