HGV Class 1 Driver

Job description

Job Description

Earn Up to £32.49 Per HourWe are currently recruiting permanent HGV Class 1 Drivers to join our team at Morrisons RDC, Bridgwater . This is an excellent opportunity for professional drivers looking for secure, full-time employment with competitive rates of pay and regular work.

Whether you prefer Days or Nights , we have fixed shift patterns available, offering stability and work-life balance while supporting our busy transport operation.

Available Shift PatternsDay ShiftThursday to MondayFlexible start times availableNight ShiftFriday to TuesdayFlexible start times availableWeekend working is included within the shift pattern.

Pay RatesBase RatesMonday to Friday Days£18.05 per hourMonday to Friday Nights£21.66 per hourSaturday & Sunday Days£19.86 per hourSaturday & Sunday Nights£23.47 per hourOvertime RatesMonday to Friday Days£27.08 per hourMonday to Friday Nights£30.69 per hourSaturday & Sunday Days£28.88 per hourSaturday & Sunday Nights£32.49 per hourThe RoleAs an HGV Class 1 Driver, you'll play a key role in supporting our transport operation, ensuring goods are delivered safely, professionally, and on time.

Your responsibilities will include:

General haulage using curtainside trailers to Distribution Centres and StoresStore collections and returns to Distribution CentresCompleting vehicle safety checks and associated paperworkWorking closely with the transport team to ensure efficient operationsMaintaining high standards of safety, compliance, and customer serviceAdhering to Drivers' Hours, WTD, and tachograph legislationSupporting operational requirements, including occasional loading and unloading where requiredTrunking work available subject to operational requirementsJob requirementsYou should hold a valid C+E Licence and ideally have a minimum of 6 months HGV Class 1 driving experience (We will consider New Pass Drivers)No more than 6 points and no DD/ DR Code convictions.

Hold a current valid DCPC & Tacho cards.

Understand and able to comply with Driver's hours and WTD legislation.

Able to understand and carry out necessary vehicle checks to ensure vehicle safety and able to report defects correctly.

Should comply with on-site health and safety requirements.

Excellent communication skills.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Bridgwater

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

27-09-2026

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