Class 1 HGV Driver – 24/7 Regional Deliveries

Great Bear; Leicester; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Great Bear is seeking experienced HGV Class 1 Drivers to join the team in Lutterworth, supporting deliveries for key customers. This permanent, full-time role operates a 24/7 schedule, delivering palletised goods to Regional Distribution Centres nationwide.

Expect safe driving, reliable service and professional customer delivery standards. Shift patterns available include 5 in 7 with start times from 12.00 am, totalling 55 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Valid C+E Licence required.
• Minimum 12 months HGV Class 1 driving experience preferred.
• No more than 6 points on licence; no DD/DR convictions.
• DCPC and Tachograph cards must be valid.
• Good understanding of Driver's Hours and Working Time Directive.

Responsibilities

• Carry out safe, professional deliveries to customer premises.
• Complete palletised general haulage deliveries to Regional Distribution Centres; backdoor tip deliveries common.
• Support occasional driver tipping or multi-drop deliveries as per demand.
• Occasional night out may be required.
• Report delays, issues or load discrepancies to Transport team at shift start.

Skills

C+E Licence

HGV Class 1 experience

Class 2 to Class 1 transition

Clean licence (≤6 points)

DCPC

Tachograph cards

Hours rules knowledge

Vehicle checks

Health and safety awareness

Communication skills

Job description

Great Bear is seeking experienced HGV Class 1 Drivers to join the team in Lutterworth, supporting deliveries for key customers. This permanent, full-time role operates a 24/7 schedule, delivering palletised goods to Regional Distribution Centres nationwide.

Expect safe driving, reliable service and professional customer delivery standards. Shift patterns available include 5 in 7 with start times from 12.00 am, totalling 55 hours per week.