Class 1 Night Driver

GI Group Main Account; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; Sur place; GBP 31 000 - 68 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Automatic pay rises at 12 and 27 weeks

Double pay on Bank Holidays (up to £49

Winter Peak Bonus

Increased holiday entitlement after 12

Overtime after 45 hours

Paid Breaks from Day 1

Monthly Performance Bonus

Résumé du poste

Gi Group Main Account is seeking a Class 1 Night Driver in Bedford to support a major supermarket client. This ongoing temporary role involves delivering chilled and frozen goods to stores and petrol stations across the region, with night shifts available.

Automatic pay rises at 12 and 27 weeks, overtime after 45 hours, and a range of bonuses reflect a long-term, stable opportunity for growth. You will drive Class 1 (and occasionally Class 2) vehicles, complete vehicle checks, and uphold

Qualifications

• Valid UK Driver Cards (Driving Licence, CPC and DIGI Cards).
• Minimum 6 months Class 1 licence + 6 months Class 1 driving experience.
• Max 6 penalty points (no DR or DD offences).

Responsabilités

• Chilled & frozen loads, mostly stored in cages with some pallets.
• 1–3 store deliveries to supermarkets or petrol station stores.
• Operate Class 1 and Class 2 vehicles (always paid at Class 1 rate).
• Conduct vehicle checks and maintain digital tachograph records.
• Adhere to clients' professional standards with coaching provided.
• Manage Working Time Directive and driving hours to meet compliance.
• Act as a professional face of the brand when arriving at stores.

Connaissances

Class 1 Licence

CPC Card

DIGI Card

Weekend Availability

Customer Service

Description du poste

Contract:

Ongoing Temporary (Year-round stability)

Earnings:

From £22.41 up to £49.61ph

Join Gi Group supporting one of the UK's biggest supermarkets, as a Class 1 Night Driver. This isn't just seasonal help; we are looking for professional drivers for a long-term partnership client in , Bedford. You will play a vital role in keeping the nation fed by delivering to stores and petrol stations across the region.

Role & Responsibilities :

• Chilled & frozen loads, mostly stored in cages but some cases may be pallets


• 1-3 store deliveries , this can be to supermarkets or petrol station stores


• Drivers must be flexible to operate Class 1and Class 2 vehicles (always paid at Class 1 rate)


• Conducting thorough vehicle checks and maintaining accurate digital tachograph records.


• Drivers must drive as per clients professional standards which you will be coached and trained on


• Ability to manage your Working Time Directive, and Driving Hours rules and Regulations in order to meet compliance expectations, and avoid infringement


• Acting as a professional face of the brand when arriving at stores

Shifts :

• Daily and Weekly Bookings


• Minimum 1 weekend day availability is a must


• Weekend only work available


• Full time and part time opportunities

Benefits & Pay Rates :

• Automatic pay rises at 12 and 27 weeks


• Double pay on Bank Holidays (up to £49.61ph)


• Winter Peak Bonus


• Increased holiday entitlement once first 12 weeks is completed


• Overtime after 45 hours, paid on weekly basis


• Paid Breaks from Day 1


• Monthly Performance Bonus

WK 1 Rates - Please note the below includes your advanced holiday pay

WK 12 Rates - Please note the below includes your advanced holiday pay

WK27 Rates - Please note the below includes your advanced holiday pay

Class 1 Driver Requirements

• Valid UK Driver Cards (Driving Licence, CPC and DIGI Cards)


• Minimum 6 months Class 1 licence + 6 months Class 1 driving experience


• Previous experience in store deliveries would be preferred, but is not essential


• Max 6 penalty points accepted for minor offences (no DR or DD offences)


• Availability to work weekends is essential for this 24/7 operation


• Will have the ability to demonstrate excellent customer service and communication skills, as well as an attention to detail

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About Gi Group

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Neurodiversity in Business,

Disability Confident, and the

Armed Forces Covenant. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and provide support throughout your employment journey.

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Gi Group Holdings Recruitment Limited group of companies includes Gi Recruitment Limited, Draefern Limited, Gi Group Recruitment Ltd, INTOO (UK) Limited, Marks Sattin (UK) Limited, TACK TMI UK Limited, Grafton Professional Staffing Limited, Encore Personnel Services, Gi Group Ireland Limited and Kelly Services (UK) Ltd. Gi Group Ireland Limited are acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this role.

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