HGV Class 1 Driver - Bristol

JAM Recruitment Ltd; West of England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Pension (PAYE)

Onsite parking

Canteen facilities

Job summary

Pertemps is seeking an experienced HGV Class 1 driver for Bristol on a full-time, temporary contract. You will undertake trunking runs between Royal Mail depots, moving mail and parcels across the network with pre-planned routes.

The role requires a valid HGV Class 1 / C+E licence, CPC and Digital Tachograph Card, and a clean safety record. Shifts include morning, evening and weekend options with weekly pay.

Qualifications

• Valid HGV Class 1 / C+E licence.
• CPC and Digital Tachograph Card.
• 180+ days of Class 1 driving in last 12 months.
• Max 6 penalty points on licence.
• Able to pass driver vetting and DBS check.
• Safety-conscious and reliable.

Responsibilities

• Transport mail and parcels between Royal Mail depots.
• Carry out trunking runs on pre-planned routes.
• Complete daily vehicle checks and maintain safety standards.
• Follow planned routes and scheduled delivery times.
• Represent Royal Mail with professionalism at all times.

Skills

HGV Class 1 / C+E licence

CPC & Tachograph card

Safety-conscious

Reliability

Professional conduct

Vetting & DBS clearance

Job description

Class 1 Driver - Bristol, based in Bristol, offers a full-time, temporary contract paying between £21.44 and £24.57 per hour. You will undertake trunking runs between Royal Mail depots, moving mail and parcels across the network without handballing.

The role involves driving on pre-planned routes, with morning, evening, and weekend shifts available. We seek safety-conscious HGV, LGV, or C+E licence holders who demonstrate reliability and professionalism. Your duties focus purely on clean, organised driving.

This position, offered through Pertemps, provides ongoing work with a leading UK logistics employer.

HGV Driver (Class 1 / C+E) Location: Bristol Pay: Up to £24.57 per hour Contract: Temporary / Ongoing Step into a key role with one of the UK’s most trusted logistics organisations — Royal Mail . We’re looking for safety‑focused HGV / LGV / Class 1 (C+E) drivers to support nationwide operations and keep the country moving.

If you’re an experienced driver who values professionalism and reliability, this is a great opportunity to secure ongoing work with a leading employer.

The Role

You’ll carry out trunking runs between Royal Mail depots , transporting mail and parcels across the network. No handballing — just clean, organised, professional driving on planned routes. A variety of morning, evening and weekend shifts are available.

Key Responsibilities

• Transport mail and parcels between Royal Mail sites
• Complete daily vehicle checks and maintain high safety standards
• Follow planned routes and scheduled delivery times
• Represent Royal Mail with professionalism at all times

What We’re Looking For

• Valid HGV Class 1 / C+E licence held for 1+ years
• CPC and Digital Tachograph Card
• Strong awareness of road safety and compliance
• 180+ days of Class 1 driving in the last 12 months
• Maximum 6 penalty points
• Ability to pass driver vetting and a DBS check

What You’ll Receive

• Excellent pay: £21.44–£24.57 per hour (shift dependent)
• Guaranteed minimum daily hours
• Weekly pay, accrued holiday pay & pension (PAYE)
• Opportunity to secure a preferred shift pattern after assessment
• Onsite parking and canteen facilities
• Support from a dedicated onsite Pertemps team