Weekend HGV Class 1 Driver – Pre-Booked Trunking

Blue Arrow; Bridgwater; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekend pay rates

Pre-booked shifts

Regular work

Modern fleet

Onsite parking

Supportive transport team

Structured environment

Long-term opportunities

Job summary

Blue Arrow is recruiting for an experienced HGV Class 1 Driver to support weekend trunking operations in Bridgwater (TA6). The role offers pre-booked shifts, predictable hours, and a modern fleet with a focus on safety and efficiency.

The position requires UK Class 1 entitlement, Driver CPC, Tachograph Card, and 12 months of Class 1 experience, with a pre-booked rota and weekend shifts. On-site depot in Bridgwater, with ongoing work and progression opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must have Full UK Class 1 driving entitlement (Cat C+E).
• Must hold a valid Driver CPC Qualification Card.
• Must hold a valid Digital Tachograph Card.
• Minimum 12 months HGV Class 1 driving experience.
• Tachograph data covering previous 3–6 months available.
• Strong understanding of drivers' hours regulations.
• No more than 6 penalty points and no DR/DG/CD/DD/BA endorsements.

Responsibilities

• Complete Class 1 trunk routes to Midlands hubs.
• Carry out occasional single collection runs.
• Ensure deliveries and collections are completed safely and on schedule.
• Conduct vehicle safety checks before and after shifts.
• Adhere to drivers' hours and working time regulations.
• Accurately complete required paperwork and digital records.
• Maintain a professional and safety-focused approach at all times.

Skills

HGV driving experience

Knowledge of drivers hours regulations

Tachograph data availability

UK work eligibility

Penalty points limit

Tools

Driver CPC Qualification Card

Digital Tachograph Card

Job description

Blue Arrow is recruiting for an experienced HGV Class 1 Driver to support weekend trunking operations in Bridgwater (TA6). The role offers pre-booked shifts, predictable hours, and a modern fleet with a focus on safety and efficiency.

The position requires UK Class 1 entitlement, Driver CPC, Tachograph Card, and 12 months of Class 1 experience, with a pre-booked rota and weekend shifts. On-site depot in Bridgwater, with ongoing work and progression opportunities.