HGV Class 1 Driver

Job description

Monday to Friday Days!!!!
We're looking for professional HGV Class 1 Drivers to join our Fowler Welch team in Westerleigh - Bristol, supporting our Meat Processing and packaging operation and delivering to key retail customers across the UK.
This is a permanent role offering full-time stability for HGV Class 1 drivers who will be responsible for RDC, Farms and Packhouse deliveries. This role is ideal for a HGV driver who takes pride in safe driving, excellent customer service and dependable delivery standards. You'll be joining a supportive transport team where safe driving, reliable service and high professional standards are valued every day.
Shift Patterns-
Monday to Friday 05:00 Starts
Salary- From £13.43 - £22.83 per hour depending on shift times.
Ensure correct and thorough completion of paperwork
Observe and adhere to company rules and procedures, including all aspects of health, safety and hygiene
Maintain a good working knowledge of operations within the transport department
Effectively manage own working time in line with the Road Transport Directive
Adhere to tachograph rules and regulations at all times
Ensure daily vehicle checks are completed in line with company procedure
Responsible for unit and trailer, including temperature checks
Ensure proof of deliveries (PODs) are signed and returned to the Transport Office after delivery
Achieve and succeed fuel efficiency targets set by the business
Any other duties as reasonably required

Job requirements

You should hold a valid C+E Licence
Previous Class 1 Driving Experience is advantageous however 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

Chipping Sodbury

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

14-10-2026

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