Night HGV Class 1 Driver 55h/Week Overtime

Great Bear; Duckmanton; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Leave 28 days incl bank hols

Pension scheme 4% employee + 4%

Life Assurance 2x salary

Employee Assistance Programme

Eye Care Vouchers

Recognition program

Retail discounts

Job summary

Great Bear in Duckmanton, part of the Culina Group, is seeking experienced HGV Class 1 drivers for night shifts on a 55-hour week. The role pays £16.91 per hour with overtime at £22.74 and offers weekly pay.

Deliver palletised goods to Regional Distribution Centres nationwide, with backdoor tipping and adherence to safety, paperwork, and customer service standards. A permanent, full-time position within a 24/7 operation awaits.

Qualifications

• Valid C+E Licence.
• 6 months’ HGV Class 1 driving experience preferred.
• No more than 6 points on licence and no DD or DR 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.

Responsibilities

• Carry out safe, professional deliveries to customer premises.
• Complete palletised general haulage deliveries to Regional Distribution Centres, with most deliveries as backdoor tip.
• Support occasional driver tipping or multi-drop deliveries depending on customer demand.
• Report to the Transport team at shift start and communicate delays promptly.
• Complete all paperwork accurately and ensure PODs are signed and returned.
• Follow company rules and procedures, including health and safety standards.
• Manage working time in line with the Road Transport Directive and tachograph rules.
• Complete daily vehicle checks 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.

Skills

Safe driving

Customer service

Communication

Time management

Education

Valid C+E Licence

DCPC and Tachograph cards

6 months HGV Class 1 experience preferred

Job description

Great Bear in Duckmanton, part of the Culina Group, is seeking experienced HGV Class 1 drivers for night shifts on a 55-hour week. The role pays £16.91 per hour with overtime at £22.74 and offers weekly pay.

Deliver palletised goods to Regional Distribution Centres nationwide, with backdoor tipping and adherence to safety, paperwork, and customer service standards. A permanent, full-time position within a 24/7 operation awaits.