HGV Class 1 Day Driver

TieTalent; Bristol; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

£17.29 per hour

32 days annual leave

3% pension contribution

Flexible benefits

Job summary

A leading logistics provider in Bristol is seeking an HGV Class 1 Day Driver for full-time work. The role offers a competitive salary of £17.29 per hour plus benefits including 32 days annual leave and a pension contribution. The ideal candidate will have a full UK driving licence with HGV Class 1 entitlements and a safety-first mindset. Newly-qualified drivers are welcome. This position provides opportunities for growth within an inclusive team.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence with HGV Class 1 (Cat C+E) entitlements.
• Driver's CPC and digital tachograph required.
• Newly-qualified drivers welcome with a short driving assessment.

Responsibilities

• Drive longer routes safely and efficiently.
• Ensure proper collection and delivery of parcels.
• Communicate road problems to find alternative routes.

Skills

UK driving licence with HGV Class 1 entitlements

Driver’s CPC

Digital tachograph knowledge

Excellent communication skills

Safety-first mindset

Reasonable physical fitness

Job description

Overview

HGV Class 1 Day Driver role at Evri (Avonmouth). Day shifts typically start around 13:00. Full-time contracts are 40 hours per week, usually 5 shifts out of 7 with rotas given in advance. "HGV Class 1 Day Drivers" (Cat C+E) join a growing Avonmouth depot.

What You’ll Do

• Drive our longer routes in waves, ensuring safe, efficient driving from depots to clients and other EVri sites.
• Ensure parcels are collected and delivered safely; update paperwork; assist depot staff with heavier items from time to time.
• Keep the team updated on any problems on the road so we can find alternative routes as needed.

What We Can Offer You

• £17.29 per hour (£16.50 per hour plus £0.79 seasonal allowance) with overtime rate of £24.75 once full-time hours are completed.
• Minimum 32 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays), 3% pension contribution and life assurance.
• Flexible benefits including shopping vouchers, insurance and healthcare options tailored to you.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Full UK driving licence with HGV Class 1 (Cat C+E) entitlements, Driver’s CPC and digital tachograph.
• Newly-qualified drivers welcome; a short driving assessment will be undertaken.
• Excellent communication skills; safety-first mindset; reasonable physical fitness.

About Evri and Equal Opportunity

At Evri, we know we only grow if our people do too. We’re committed to building a truly inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone can bring and be their whole authentic selves. We’re on a journey to better represent the customers we serve around the UK and are committed to removing barriers and ensuring that each person at Evri is valued for who they are and what they bring to our business.