Class 1 Driver Nights - Ongoing Trunking Work - Up to £22.41ph

Pure Staff Driving; Portishead; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Pure Staff Driving is recruiting experienced Class 1 Drivers for a Bristol-area operation, offering long-term ongoing work with night shifts and potential permanent employment. Expect modern vehicles, a supportive team, and trunking refrigerated goods with no handball required.

Shifts typically run evenings with occasional weekend overtime to maximise earnings; you will conduct vehicle checks, maintain paperwork, and work within driver hours regulations while delivering to RDCs.

Qualifications

• Valid Class 1 Licence (C+E) and Driver CPC.
• Digital Tachograph Card held and up to date.
• Good understanding of driver rules and regulations.
• Reliable and professional attitude; previous Class 1 experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Trunking chilled and refrigerated goods to RDCs.
• Conducting vehicle checks before and after shifts.
• Ensuring deliveries are completed safely and efficiently.
• Following Driver Hours and Working Time regulations.
• Maintaining accurate transport documentation.
• Representing the business professionally at all times.
• Operating Class 1 vehicles in a safe and compliant manner.
• No handball involved.

Education

Class 1 Licence (C+E)

Driver CPC Qualification

Digital Tachograph Card

Job description

Earn up to £22.41 per hour | Long-Term Ongoing Work | Optional Weekend Overtime | Temp-to-Perm Opportunities

Pure Staff are recruiting experienced Class 1 Drivers for a well-established and respected logistics operation based in the Bristol area.

This is an excellent opportunity for a professional Class 1 Driver seeking ongoing, long-term work with a friendly transport team, modern vehicles and the potential to secure permanent employment. This role offers regular night shifts, no handball and consistent trunking work delivering chilled goods into RDCs.

Pay Rates

Monday to Friday£18.00 per hour PAYE£20.17 per hour PAYE including rolled-up holiday paySaturday£19.00 per hour PAYE£21.29 per hour PAYE including rolled-up holiday paySunday & Bank Holidays£20.00 per hour PAYE£22.41 per hour PAYE including rolled-up holiday payRolled-up holiday pay is available as an optional payment method for this vacancy.

About the Role

We are currently recruiting a Class 1 Driver to join a busy transport operation within the temperature-controlled logistics sector. This is ongoing work with regular shifts available throughout the week and optional weekend overtime for drivers looking to maximise their earnings. The role involves refrigerated trailer work with straightforward trunking duties and excellent support from the transport team.

Duties and Responsibilities

Trunking chilled and refrigerated goods to RDCsConducting vehicle checks before and after shiftsEnsuring deliveries are completed safely and efficientlyFollowing all Driver Hours and Working Time regulationsMaintaining accurate transport documentationRepresenting the business professionally at all timesOperating Class 1 vehicles in a safe and compliant mannerNo handball involved

Shift Pattern

Monday to FridayOngoing long-term workOptional Saturday and Sunday overtime availableTypical start times between 18:00 and 19:00Occasional later starts up to 22:00Shift durations between 8 and 12 hoursNight shifts

Requirements

Valid Class 1 (Category C+E) LicenceValid Driver CPC Qualification CardValid Digital Tachograph CardGood understanding of driver rules and regulationsReliable and professional attitudePrevious Class 1 driving experience preferred

What Drivers Like About This Contract

Long-term ongoing work with consistent shiftsFriendly and supportive transport teamDrivers are treated with respect and professionalismModern and well-maintained fleetExcellent working environmentGenuine opportunity to secure permanent employmentStrong relationship between Pure Staff and the clientEstablished contract with proven driver retention

Why Drive for Pure Staff?

In-house PAYE employmentNo umbrella companiesNo payroll processing feesNo hidden charges or deductionsEasy online registration processFast and efficient interview processFriendly and dedicated recruitment supportLong-term driving opportunitiesPotential for permanent employmentAccess to the Pure Staff AppManage shifts through the appUpdate availability easilyBook and manage holidays through the app