Job description
Job Description
HGV Class 1 Night Driver - Trunking | Up to £22.41ph Earn up to £22.41 per hour | Regular Night Shifts | Modern Fleet | Portbury, Bristol Pure Staff are currently recruiting for a HGV Class 1 Night Driver on behalf of our well-established client based in Portbury, Bristol . This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Class 1 Driver looking for ongoing work with a highly respected operation offering consistent shifts, excellent working conditions and a professional transport team.
Our client is a leading provider within the temperature-controlled logistics industry, specialising in the storage and distribution of chilled and frozen products across the UK. With a clean, modern fleet and a strong reputation for driver welfare, this is a contract where many drivers choose to stay long-term, with numerous opportunities having led to permanent employment.
Pay Rates PAYE Rates (Holiday Accrued Separately) Monday to Friday: £18.00 per hour Including holiday pay: £20.17 per hour Saturday: £19.00 per hour Including holiday pay: £21.29 per hour Sunday / Bank Holiday: £20.00 per hour Including holiday pay: £22.41 per hour Please note: Holiday pay is accrued separately and paid in line with Pure Staff holiday procedures. Rolled-up holiday pay is not available on this vacancy.
The Role
As a HGV Class 1 Night Driver , you will be completing refrigerated trunking runs between RDCs and logistics hubs. This is primarily a trunking role with minimal physical work involved, making it ideal for professional drivers who enjoy straightforward, organised routes.
Typical duties include: Refrigerated trunking between RDCs Safe operation of Class 1 vehicles Completing POD and transport documentation accurately Carrying out vehicle checks and defect reporting Maintaining professional standards whilst on customer sites Following all driver hours, WTD and road transport legislation Shift Pattern Sunday to Thursday nights Start times between 17:00 and 20:00 Typical shift length of 8-12 hours Optional overtime shifts available Ongoing, regular work available Requirements To be considered for this Class 1 Driver role, you will need: Valid UK Category C+E Licence Minimum 6 months Class 1 driving experience preferred Valid CPC Qualification Card Digital Tachograph Card Good understanding of driver hours and working time regulations Reliable and professional attitude What Drivers Like About This Contract Professional and supportive transport management team Long-established contract with excellent driver retention Clean, modern and well-maintained fleet Consistent work available Opportunities for permanent employment Excellent driver facilities and welfare standards Very few driver complaints and positive feedback from existing drivers Why Drive for Pure Staff? Weekly pay In-house PAYE payroll No umbrella companies No payroll processing fees Easy online registration process Manage shifts, availability and holidays through our driver app Dedicated transport recruitment specialists Ongoing support from a local team that understands the logistics industry If you are a professional HGV Class 1 Night Driver looking for regular trunking work in Bristol , apply today or contact the Pure Staff Driving Division for more information. INDWD Pure Staff Ltd are acting as an employment business for this temporary vacancy.
Extra information
- Status
- Open
- Education Level
- Secondary School
- Location
- Portishead
- Type of Contract
- Full-time jobs
- Published at
- 21-10-2026
- 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
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