Class 1 Driver - Early AM

Class 1 Driver – Early AM's

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 Early AM Driver. This is a long‑term partnership opportunity in Bedford. You will play a vital role in delivering chilled & frozen loads to supermarkets and petrol stations across the region.

• Chilled & frozen loads, mostly stored in cages but some pallets.
• 1–3 store deliveries to supermarkets or petrol station stores.
• Operate Class 1 and Class 2 vehicles (paid at Class 1 rate).
• Conduct thorough vehicle checks and maintain accurate digital tachograph records.
• Drive as per client professional standards, with coaching and training.
• Manage Working Time Directive, Driving Hours rules, and regulations to meet compliance expectations and avoid infringement.
• Act as a professional face of the brand when arriving at stores.

• 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 preferred, but 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.
• Demonstrated excellent customer service and communication skills, attention to detail.

• Pay structure:
  • Week 1 Rates:
    • Days 06:00-14:00: STD £19.05ph & Overtime £26.81ph
    • Bacs 14:00-22:00: STD £20.45ph & Overtime £28.21ph
    • Nights 22:00-06:00: STD £22.41ph & Overtime £30.17ph
  • Week 12 Rates:
    • Days 06:00-14:00: STD £19.47ph & Overtime £27.40ph
    • Backs 14:00-22:00: STD £22.10ph & Overtime £30.03ph
    • Nights 22:00-06:00: STD £23.66ph & Overtime £31.59ph
  • Week 27 Rates:
    • Days 06:00-14:00: STD £20.57ph & Overtime £28.50ph
    • Backs 14:00-22:00: STD £24.81ph & Overtime £31.18ph
    • Nights 22:00-06:00: STD £24.81ph & Overtime £32.73ph
• Automatic pay rises at 12 and 27 weeks.
• Double pay on Bank Holidays (up to £49.61ph).
• Increased holiday entitlement after first 12 weeks.
• Overtime after 45 hours, paid weekly.
• Paid breaks from Day 1.
• Monthly performance bonus.
• Onsite parking & subsidised canteen.
• GI Group perks & benefits.

• Tuesday 9th June – 06:00 am & 11:00 am
• Thursday 11th June – 06:00 am & 11:00 am
• Thursday 25th June – 06:00 am, 11:00 am and 15:00

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