HGV Class 1 Driver

Allied Bakeries | part of Associated British Foods plc; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 Days Annual Leave

Employer Pension Contributions

Extra Slice Benefits

Cycle to Work Scheme

Flexible Working Options

Employee Assistance Programme

Charitable Giving

Job summary

Allied Bakeries, part of Associated British Foods, is seeking a Class 1 Driver in Stevenage, Hertfordshire. The role focuses on safe, timely deliveries to customer stores, with a strong emphasis on safety, service, and flexible shift patterns.

The package highlights a competitive annual salary, generous annual leave, and employee benefits designed to support work-life balance and career development within a leading UK bakery group.

Qualifications

• Valid Class CE Licence held for at least 12 months.
• Up-to-date CPC Card.
• Experience in FMCG operations is advantageous.
• Commitment to safety-first driving and customer service.
• Willingness to work early morning, afternoon, and evening shifts.

Responsibilities

• Ensure on-time deliveries to customers' stores.
• Work five days over seven.
• Operate as part of the transport team.
• Maintain safety standards and customer service.

Skills

Class CE Licence

CPC Card

FMCG experience

Safety focus

Flexible shifts

Job description

Stevenage, Hertfordshire

Annual Salary: £43,821 | Multi-Drop Deliveries | Industry-Leading Benefits

Allied Bakeries are owned by Associated British Foods. ABF is a diversified international food, ingredients and retail group with sales of £20.1bn and 138,000 employees in 56 countries. It has significant businesses in Europe, Africa, the Americas, Asia and Australia. Our sister companies in ABF UK Grocery produce products under many market-leading household brands, including Jordans, Ryvita, Pataks, Blue Dragon & Silver Spoon. We are proud of our brands: we make top 10 UK grocery brand Kingsmill as well as Allinson's and Sunblest. You’ll know us best through our white, wholemeal and seeded market-leading loaves, as well as Kingsmill 50/50, the nation’s favourite Healthier White, and our delicious pancakes, crumpets, hot cross buns and other bakery products.

The success of our business depends on us having the right people on the team. We are incredibly passionate about our business, but it isn’t for the faint-hearted – it’s pacey and demanding so our people need to have a positive attitude and to want to work inclusively. We take massive pride in what we do, not least in how colleagues based in our bakeries and depots have one of the best safety performance records in the industry.

Our Grocery Service Centre, based near Liverpool, is a hub for transactional activity across multiple ABF companies within the ABF Grocery division. Supporting some of our well-known brands such as Kingsmill, Pataks, Blue Dragon, Jordans, Ryvita and Silver Spoon, amongst others. We deliver Shared Service activities across a wide range of disciplines including Customer Services, Consumer Care, Finance, Payroll, HR and IS.

If you’re looking to join a business that is passionate, encourages you to be the best you can be, and values its people, we’d love to hear from you.

Overview Of Role

Location: Stevenage, Hertfordshire

Class 1 Delivery Driver – Join Our Safety-First Team

We encourage candidates to request any reasonable adjustments they may require throughout the recruitment process.

Are you a skilled Class 1 Delivery Driver looking for a company that truly values you? Do you want to be part of a team that prioritises safety, career development, and work-life balance? If so, we’d love to hear from you!

The Role

As a Class 1 Driver, you’ll be a crucial part of our transport team, ensuring on-time deliveries to our customers’ stores. You’ll work five days over seven

Key Accountabilities

• Valid Class CE Licence (held for at least 12 months)


• Up-to-date CPC Card


• Experience in FMCG operations is an advantage


• Commitment to safety-first driving and excellent customer service


• Ability to work early morning shifts, Afternoon and Evening shifts

What’s in It for You?

• Competitive Salary: £43,821 per year


• 25 Days Annual Leave - Enjoy your well-earned breaks!


• Up to 10% Employer Pension Contributions (including Life Assurance)


• ‘Extra Slice’ Benefits Scheme - Discounts at over 500 retailers, including Tesco, Sainsbury's, M&S, Curry’s, and more!


• Electric Car/ Cycle to Work Scheme - Get a great bike deal to help with your commute


• Family-Friendly & Flexible Working Options - Supporting your work-life balance


• Employee Assistance Programme - Free & confidential support for financial, legal, and personal matters


• Charitable Giving - Be part of our partnership with Save the Children and give back through payroll donations

Why Join Us

• A strong team culture - Be part of a friendly, supportive workforce that values safety and teamwork.


• A respected brand - Deliver products from well-loved brands like Kingsmill, Allisons, and Sunblest.


• Opportunities for career progression - We’re committed to helping you grow and develop within our company.