Class 1 Weekend Driver

Salary: GBP
19 - GBP
49 per hour

Location: Bedford (MK43)

Contract: Ongoing Temporary (Year-round stability)

Earnings: From £22.41 up to £49.61ph

Join Gi Group supporting one of the UK’s biggest supermarkets, as a Class 1 Weekend Driver. This isn't just seasonal help; we are looking for professional drivers for a long‑term partnership based in Bedford. You will play a vital role in keeping the nation fed by delivering to stores and petrol stations across the region.

• Chilled & frozen loads, mostly stored in cages but some cases may be pallets
• 1-3 store deliveries, this can be to supermarkets or petrol station stores
• Drivers must be flexible to operate Class 1 and Class 2 vehicles (always paid at Class 1 rate)
• Conducting thorough vehicle checks and maintaining accurate digital tachograph records
• Drivers must drive as per clients professional standards which you will be coached and trained on
• Ability to manage your Working Time Directive, and Driving Hours rules and Regulations in order to meet compliance expectations, and avoid infringement
• Acting as a professional face of the brand when arriving at stores

• Saturday & Sunday
• Minimum 1 weekend day availability is a must

• Automatic pay rises at 12 and 27 weeks
• Double pay on Bank Holidays (up to £49.61ph)
• Increased holiday entitlement once first 12 weeks is completed
• Overtime after 45 hours, paid on weekly basis
• Paid Breaks from Day 1
• Monthly Performance Bonus

• Valid UK Driver Cards (Driving Licence, CPC and DIGI Cards)
• Minimum 6 months Class 1 licence + 6 months Class 1 driving experience
• Previous experience in store deliveries would be preferred, but is not essential
• Maximum 6 penalty points accepted for minor offences (no DR or DD offences)
• Availability to work weekends is essential for this 24/7 operation
• Will have the ability to demonstrate excellent customer service and communication skills, as well as an attention to detail

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