HGV Class 1 Driver (Days)

Great Bear; Bristnall Hall Fields; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Great Bear in Lutterworth is seeking experienced HGV Class 1 Drivers to join the team, supporting deliveries for key customers. This is a permanent, full-time driving role with a 24/7 operation, delivering palletised goods to Regional Distribution Centres nationwide.

Carry out safe, professional deliveries to customer premises and complete palletised general haulage to Regional Distribution Centres, with most deliveries completed as backdoor tip.

Qualifications

• Valid C+E licence is required.
• Minimum 12 months HGV Class 1 driving experience preferred; new passes not accepted for this contract.
• No more than 6 points on licence; DCPC and Tachograph cards required.
• Good understanding of Driver's Hours and Working Time Directive legislation.

Responsibilities

• Carry out safe, professional deliveries to customer premises.
• Complete palletised general haulage deliveries to Regional Distribution Centres; most deliveries may be backdoor tip.
• Assist with occasional driver tipping or multi-drop deliveries as needed.
• Report delays or issues promptly to Transport team; complete PODs and paperwork.

Skills

C+E Licence

HGV Class 1

Driver's Hours Rules

Job description

We're looking for experienced HGV Class 1 Drivers to join our Great Bear team in Lutterworth, supporting deliveries for key customers.

This is a fantastic opportunity to secure a permanent, full-time driving role with a 24/7 operation, delivering palletised goods to Regional Distribution Centres nationwide.

If you take pride in safe driving, reliable service and professional customer delivery standards, we'd love to hear from you.

Shift patterns available

• Any 5 in 7 Days, Start times from 12.00 am, 55 hours per week

Pay Rates

• £43,144 per annum, this includes shift supplements & Overtime paid at £22.74 per hour

What you'll be doing

• Carry out safe, professional deliveries to customer premises.
• Complete palletised general haulage deliveries to Regional Distribution Centres, with most deliveries completed as backdoor tip.
• Support occasional driver tipping or multi-drop deliveries depending on customer demand.
• Occasional Night out may be required
• Report to the Transport team at the start of each shift and communicate any delays, delivery issues or load discrepancies promptly.
• Complete all paperwork accurately and ensure PODs are signed and returned to the Transport Office.
• Follow company rules and procedures, including health, safety and hygiene standards.
• Manage your working time in line with the Road Transport Directive and adhere to tachograph rules and regulations.
• Complete daily vehicle checks in line with company procedure and report defects correctly.
• Take responsibility for the unit and trailer, including temperature checks where required.
• Maintain a high standard of behaviour, appearance and customer service at all times.

Job requirements

What we're looking for

• Valid C+E Licence.
• Minimum 12 months' HGV Class 1 driving experience preferred; unfortunately, we cannot accept new pass drivers for this contract
• OR drivers who wish to consider transitioning from Class 2 to Class 1
• No more than 6 points on your licence and no DD or DR code convictions.
• Current valid DCPC and Tachograph cards.
• Good understanding of Driver's Hours and Working Time Directive legislation.
• Ability to complete vehicle checks and report defects correctly.
• Commitment to on-site health and safety requirements.
• Excellent communication skills and a professional approach.