HGV Class 1 Driver - Avonmouth

Optime Group; Severn Beach; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Temp to Perm

Immediate starts

Staff parking

Job summary

Optime Group are seeking an experienced HGV Class 1 Driver to join a well‑established client in Avonmouth. The role offers consistent hours, shift patterns, and local/regional deliveries to major retailers, with onboarding and immediate starts available.

Typical shifts run 06:00–14:00, 14:00–22:00 or 22:00–06:00, at 48 hours per week and a 9.5-hour shift length (including a 30-minute break). Temp to Perm opportunities and weekly pay are offered.

Qualifications

• Valid UK HGV Class 1 (C+E) licence.
• Driver CPC qualification.
• Digital Tachograph Card.
• Knowledge of drivers' hours rules.
• Ability to work independently.
• Flexible approach to shifts.

Responsibilities

• Transporting stock in secure roll cages.
• Delivering ambient, chilled and frozen products.
• Ensuring all goods are transported and delivered safely and efficiently.
• Carrying out daily vehicle checks and reporting defects.
• Following all road transport legislation and drivers' hours regulations.
• Maintaining a professional approach with store colleagues.
• Completing all delivery paperwork and site procedures.

Skills

HGV Class 1 licence

Driver CPC

Digital Tachograph Card

Hours regulation knowledge

Communication skills

Independent worker

Flexible shifts

Job description

Optime Group are searching for an experienced HGV Class 1 Driver to join a well-respected and successful client in Avonmouth.

This is a fantastic opportunity for professional drivers looking for consistent hours, structured shifts and predominantly local and regional deliveries, working with major high-street retailers.

The operation supports deliveries to TK Maxx, B&M, Superdrug and Savers, providing a varied and fast-paced working environment.

With immediate starts available and a straightforward onboarding process, successful drivers can get on the road quickly.

What’s on offer:

• Rate of Pay:
• 06:00–14:00: £20.03 per hour
• 14:00–22:00: £21.53 per hour
• 22:00–06:00: £23.03 per hour
• Normal working week: 48 hours.
• Shift Pattern: Any 5 days from 7
• Shift duration: 9.5 hours, including a 30-minute unpaid break.
• Staff parking.
• Weekly pay (Every Friday).
• Temp to Perm (performance-based).
• Availability: Immediate starts for suitable candidates.

Key Duties:

• Transporting stock in secure roll cages.
• Delivering a mixture of ambient, chilled and frozen products.
• Ensuring all goods are transported and delivered safely and efficiently.
• Carrying out daily vehicle checks and reporting any defects.
• Following all road transport legislation, Working Time Directive requirements and drivers' hours regulations.
• Maintaining a professional and courteous approach when dealing with store colleagues.
• Completing all relevant delivery paperwork and following site procedures.

Delivery Routes - Predominantly Local and Regional:

One of the key benefits of this opportunity is the delivery network, with the majority of stores located relatively close to the depot.

• 60% of stores are located within 50 miles of the depot.
• 90% of stores are located within 100 miles of the depot.

Requirements:

• A valid UK HGV Class 1 (Category C+E) driving licence.
• A valid Driver CPC qualification.
• A valid Digital Tachograph Card.
• A good understanding of drivers' hours and road transport legislation.
• A safety-first approach to driving and vehicle operations.
• Good communication skills and a professional attitude.
• The ability to work independently and manage deliveries efficiently.
• A flexible approach to working days and shift patterns.

Immediate Starts and Onboarding:

Drivers can start immediately at SWROC, subject to successfully completing the required onboarding checks.

The onboarding process includes:

• Driver assessment.
• Drug and alcohol (D&A) screening.
• Completion of any necessary site induction and compliance checks.

Suitable drivers who successfully complete the required checks can progress quickly towards their start date.

PLEASE NOTE:

As this position is in the aviation industry, successful applicants must be able to provide 5-year checkable history.

Optime Group is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.