Night Class 1 Driver: Competitive Pay & Training

Gregory Distribution Ltd; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Night pay

Competitive salary

Job summary

Gregory Distribution Ltd is seeking a Class 1 Driver to move palletised freight across our network with focus on safety, accuracy, and professional customer interactions. The role involves trunking between depots, securing loads, and working in teams when required.

You will perform daily safety checks, manage paperwork, and communicate effectively with our Transport Team and clients. Eligibility to work in the UK is required.

Qualifications

• Hold a UK Class 1 CE Licence.
• DCPC Card and Digital Tachograph Driver Card.
• Experience delivering loads to client sites is advantageous.
• Customer service oriented and deadline driven.
• Good geographical knowledge and team player.
• Physically fit, flexible and self-motivated.

Responsibilities

• Complete trunking of palletised freight between depots and pallet network hubs on planned routes.
• Ensure freight is loaded, secured, and restrained using straps, nets, and appropriate equipment in line with network standards.
• Work in a double-manned crew when required, supporting training, route familiarisation, and network requirements.
• Occasionally work with another team member in the vehicle for training or operational needs.
• Carry out daily vehicle safety checks, pre-departure and end of shift.
• Accurately manage paperwork, scanning, and freight verification to support hub and depot operations.
• Maintain clear communication with the Transport Team and customers.
• Represent the business professionally at customer sites, depots, and network hubs.
• Participate in ongoing training and development and stay up to date with industry standards.

Skills

UK Class 1 CE Licence

DCPC Card

Digital Tachograph Card

Customer service

Deadline driven

Team player

Geographical knowledge

Physically fit

Job description

Gregory Distribution Ltd is seeking a Class 1 Driver to move palletised freight across our network with focus on safety, accuracy, and professional customer interactions. The role involves trunking between depots, securing loads, and working in teams when required.

You will perform daily safety checks, manage paperwork, and communicate effectively with our Transport Team and clients. Eligibility to work in the UK is required.