HGV Class 1 Driver

Butternut Box; Worksop; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food company in the UK is looking for a Class 1 (HGV) Driver to support its operational logistics in Blyth, Doncaster. The role is full-time and requires moving trailers between sites, ensuring safety, and coordinating logistics. Ideal candidates will have proven driving experience and a commitment to maintaining high safety standards. The position offers a competitive salary plus benefits including holiday, training allowances, and health insurance.

Benefits

257.5 hours of holiday per year

Discounted Private Medical Insurance

Annual personal learning budget of £500

Employee discount on products for pets

Qualifications

• Experience in safely operating Class 1 vehicles.
• Strong commitment to safety procedures.
• Ability to maneuver in tight yard environments.

Responsibilities

• Safely move vehicles and trailers across sites.
• Conduct pre-start checks on vehicles.
• Coordinate with teams to manage trailer flow.

Skills

Proven experience as a Class 1 (HGV) driver

Safety consciousness

Effective communication

Team player

Job description

Overview

As a Class 1 (HGV) Driver supporting our manufacturing and fulfilment operations at Rudie’s Kitchen and Aces Pantry, you’ll play a key role in ensuring the safe, smooth and timely movement of trailers across our sites. The role is full‑time and permanent, based in our kitchen in Blyth, Doncaster. Work will be organised as a rolling shift rotation with a mixture of days, nights and weekend duties.

Competitive salary package: £12.84 per hour plus a 20 % shift premium (£15.41 per hour). Base salary £27 468 (or £32 961 with 20 % premium).

Responsibilities

• Safely move Class 1 vehicles and trailers between Rudie’s Kitchen, Aces Pantry and the adjoining public road.
• Carry out on‑site shunting, ensuring trailers are positioned correctly for loading, unloading and storage.
• Complete pre‑start checks on vehicles and trailers, identifying and reporting any defects.
• Follow all safety procedures and wear the correct PPE at all times.
• Coordinate with Warehouse and Production teams to ensure smooth trailer flow and minimal downtime.
• Conduct basic quality and safety checks to ensure compliance with site and legislative standards.
• Assist with stock movements and support site logistics where needed to keep operations running efficiently.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping and operate with a “clean as you go” mindset.
• Occasionally attend daily review meetings and contribute to performance discussions.

Shift Pattern

• 4 on / 4 off – 2 day, 2 night shifts
• 5 on, 5 off – 3 days, 2 night shifts
• 5 on, 5 off – 2 days, 3 night shifts

Qualifications & Attributes

• Proven experience as a Class 1 (HGV) driver – essential.
• Safety is your top priority – operate vehicles with care, precision and compliance.
• Confident manoeuvring trailers in tight or busy yard environments.
• Reliable, proactive and eager to work in a fast‑paced operational setting.
• Effective communication – clear with colleagues and a strong team player.
• Pride in maintaining high standards from vehicle checks to a tidy, well‑run yard.

Benefits

• 257.5 hours of holiday per year, plus an extra 8 hours for each year of service (up to 40 hours).
• 39 hours of pre‑booked pals days to support wellbeing and self‑care.
• £500 annual budget for personal learning and development.
• Discounted Private Medical Insurance and dental cover.
• Discounted Gym membership through MyGymDiscounts.
• Subsidised food from a variety of street‑food vans and payday pizza.
• Butternut branded uniform (fleece, footwear, hi‑vis).
• Enrolment into the company pension scheme and sick pay.
• Enhanced parental leave.
• Private showers, changing facilities and dedicated locker space.
• Employee discount on Butternut Box for your furry friend.
• Comfy, bright and airy kitchen space with lunch‑making facilities and large‑screen TVs.
• Free tea, coffee and fruit (and payday pizzas).
• Opportunity to grow, develop and learn with internal training programmes.
• Be part of an energetic and high‑performing team.
• Refer‑a‑friend bonus of up to £500.
• Free parking and electric car charging.

Additional Information

• This role is 100 % based in our kitchen in Blyth, Doncaster (just off the junction of A1(M) and A614 Hill Top Roundabout, Blyth S81 8HG).
• We do not use external recruitment agencies for assistance on roles.
• While we aim to respond to all applicants personally, due to the high volume we sometimes cannot do so for every candidate.
• We are committed to building diverse teams and welcome applications from under‑represented groups. Please feel free to complete the application form in your native language – we will translate it afterwards if necessary.