HGV Class 1 Driver

Hermes-d83ba13; West of England; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 28 days

Career progression

Inclusive benefits: vouchers, insur.,

Job summary

Hermes in Bristol is seeking a HGV Class 1 Driver to join our premier parcel delivery operation. You will drive a Volvo lorry up to 4 years old, with a high-spec cabin and a stable 45-hour week. The role runs Monday to Friday, 8am to 6pm with a 1-hour unpaid lunch.

You’ll manage routes, 4–6 stops per shift, and sometimes load/unload at sites. You’ll inspect the vehicle daily and complete defect reports. We offer 28 days leave, career progression and flexible perks including shopping vouchers,

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid Class 1 driving licence.
• Driver CPC qualification card is essential.
• Complete required DCPC training hours or be working towards them.
• Excellent knowledge of road transport laws and safe road use.

Responsibilities

• Plan and drive with autonomy, handling routes and scheduling.
• Ensure on-time delivery of cages, pallets and freight to customers; assist with loading where required.
• Inspect vehicle and trailer daily, complete Defect Reports as needed.

Skills

Class 1 licence

Driver CPC

DCPC training

Road transport laws

Job description

Position: HGV Class 1 Driver

Contract Type: Permanent – 45hrs

Location: Bristol

Shift: Mon-Fri 8am - 6pm

Salary: £37,042.20

Join the UK’s premier parcel delivery company

WhatYou’llDo:

You will drive a lorry from our exceptional fleet of Volvo vehicles, all less than 4 years old.They’rea joy to drive, and are equipped to a high specification, including fridges, leatherseatsand many more optional extras to make sureyou’recomfortable.

The role is based on 45 paid hours per week, typically worked as 9 paid hours per day, Monday to Friday, with an additional 1-hour unpaid break each day.

Our well-organised shift schedules mean you often know in advance whereyou’llbe driving, taking the stress out of your day.

Key Role Responsibilities

Wedon’tmicromanage our drivers. We trust them to get the job done and plan their own routes. The average number of stops in a shift is 4 to 6, sothere’splenty of time to enjoy being out on the open road.

You’llmake sure Cages, Pallets, Freight, Stillages and Yorks get to and from customers bang on time. At some sites, the goods will be loaded or unloaded for you - at others,you’llneed to do it yourself. Scanning consignments and driving pallet trucks will sometimes be part of your day.

You’llbe responsible forinspecting your vehicle and trailer every day and complete a Defect Report if necessary.

What We Can Offer You:

We’reproud to offer a workplace where everyone can thrive.Here’swhat you can expect:

• Annual Leave: At least 28 days of annual leave (including Bank Holidays).

• Career Progression

• Inclusive Benefits: Access to flexibleperksincluding shopping vouchers, insurance, and healthcare.

WhatWe’reLooking For:

• Class 1 Driving licence

• Driver CPC qualification card

• Completed required DCPC training hours or be working towards them

• Excellent knowledge of Road Transport Laws - and commitment to safe use of the roads