HARPER & GUY CONSULTING LTD
HGV Class 1 Driver
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ASDA Distribution Centre | Bedford, MK43 9AB
HGV Class 1 Drivers Bedford (MK43 9AB)
Days and Nights | Immediate starts
Looking for reliable HGV driving work in Bedford? HG Recruitment are recruiting experienced HGV Class 1 (C+E) Drivers to support one of the UK's leading supermarket distribution operations based in Bedford. Benefit from competitive pay, weekly wages and regular ongoing shifts with our established client.
Weekend working is essential
Pay Rates: Holiday accrued, per hour
- Days (06:00 - 14:00) £17.00 - £23.92
- Mid shift (14:00 - 22:00) £18.25 - £25.17
- Nights (22:00 - 06:00) £20.00 - £26.92
- Bank Holiday £34.00 - £40.00
Estimated weekly pay between £1004.00 - £1170.00 based on 55 hrs
The role
- Supermarket store deliveries across the region.
- Ambient and chilled products.
- Class 1 Trunking and Store deliveries with trailer bay unloading.
- Regular Class 2 deliveries to smaller stores, including cage deliveries and collections.
- Daily vehicle checks, electronic PODs and compliance with Driver Hours and Working Time regulations.
- Any 5 days from 7 with regular weekend work.
- Typical start times: 22:00-03:00.
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Requirements
You must have:
- A valid UK HGV Class 1 licence
- A valid Driver CPC and Digital Tachograph Card
- No more than 6 points on your licence
- Minimum 12 months' Class 1 driving experience.
- Good knowledge of drivers hours and Working Time rules
- A reliable and professional approach
- Weekend availability is essential
- Willing to complete class 2 work (paid at Class 1 rate)
Benefits
- Excellent premium hourly pay.
- Pay increments and increased holiday at Week 12 & Week 27
- Paid breaks from Day One.
- Minimum 8-hour shift guarantee.
- Ongoing full-time and part-time opportunities.
- Pension scheme.
- Free training, CPC and driver development.
- Driver Portal and App with 24/7 support from HG Recruitment.
- Mentor and Mental Health First Aider support.
- Onsite Canteen (cold/hot food & tea/coffee available)
- Onsite Gym
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Want to learn more about HG Recruitment and the opportunities we offer? Visit our website: www.h-g-recruitment.com
HG Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer. Registration and work are subject to eligibility checks, including proof of the Right to Work in the UK.
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