HGV Class 1 Driver Fresh Produce

Job description

Millison Chase Limited is currently recruiting experienced HGV Class 1 (C+E) Drivers for ongoing Fresh Produce Collection and Distribution work with one of our leading food logistics clients.

This is an excellent opportunity for professional Class 1 Drivers looking for regular, ongoing work transporting fresh produce from farms and food producers to Regional Distribution Centres (RDCs), Customer Distribution Centres (CDCs), packing facilities, and distribution hubs across the UK.

The role involves operating modern temperature-controlled refrigerated articulated vehicles with box trailers, ensuring fresh produce is transported safely while maintaining the cold chain throughout every journey. Drivers can expect a mixture of farm collections, distribution centre deliveries, and occasional return collections depending on the daily route.

Routes generally consist of 1 to 5 deliveries or collections per shift, with a combination of loading bays and tail lift deliveries. Most loads are handled using pallet trucks and forklift trucks, although there is an occasional element of light handball when delivering produce to customer locations.

Shift lengths are typically 10 to 12 hours, with both local and nationwide routes available. All work is fully planned in accordance with Driver's Hours Regulations, the Working Time Directive, and all current UK transport legislation.

This is an ongoing opportunity offering competitive PAYE rates, weekly pay, direct employment with Millison Chase Limited, and excellent long-term prospects.

• Monday to Friday (Days): £16.00 per hour
• Monday to Friday (Nights): £17.00 per hour
• Saturday: £19.00 per hour
• Sunday & Bank Holidays: £20.00 per hour
• Weekly PAYE pay
• Direct in-house employment with Millison Chase Limited
• Ongoing work available throughout the year
• Temporary, ongoing and permanent opportunities available

Join Millison Chase Limited and take advantage of our Driver Sign-On Programme.

• Earn an additional £100 bonus when you register with us and complete your first full month of work.
• Ask our recruitment team for full terms and conditions during registration.

• Collecting fresh produce directly from farms and growers
• Delivering produce to RDCs, CDCs, packing facilities and distribution hubs
• Completing between 1 and 5 deliveries or collections per shift
• Operating refrigerated articulated Class 1 vehicles with box trailers
• Using loading bays, tail lifts and pallet trucks where required
• Carrying out light manual handling when necessary
• Completing daily vehicle and trailer safety checks
• Maintaining accurate delivery paperwork
• Ensuring temperature-controlled products remain compliant throughout transport
• Following Driver's Hours and Tachograph Regulations
• Delivering excellent customer service at every collection and delivery point

• Valid UK HGV Class 1 (C+E) Licence
• Valid Driver CPC Card
• Digital Tachograph Card
• Minimum 12 months' Class 1 driving experience preferred
• Previous refrigerated or fresh produce distribution experience desirable
• Good understanding of Driver's Hours and transport legislation
• Good communication and customer service skills
• Reliable, punctual and professional attitude
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Legal right to work in the United Kingdom and ability to provide the required documentation
• Millison Chase Limited does NOT sponsor work visas

• Ongoing work available all year round
• Weekly PAYE pay
• Direct employment with Millison Chase Limited
• Holiday pay accrued
• Workplace pension enrolment after qualifying period
• £100 Driver Sign-On Bonus after completing your first full month
• Modern refrigerated fleet
• Friendly and supportive transport team
• Regular shift patterns
• Long-term career opportunities
• Potential permanent positions with our client

Apply today and a member of the Millison Chase Limited Transport Team will contact suitable applicants to discuss registration and the latest driving opportunities.

Click Apply and follow the instructions

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Ledbury

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

02-08-2026

Profession type

Logistics jobs

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English