HGV Class 1 Driver

LGV C+E Driver (HGV Class
1) - based Daventry

Pay Rate: £41,161 basic based on a 48 hour week – £43,000 OTE

Grade: RCS P

Contract Type: Permanent (Full‑Time)

Shift patterns: Monday to Friday – start times available 04:00‑06:00 or 06:00‑09:00. No weekend working, no Bank Holidays.

Location: Site relocating to Daventry in July 2026

We’re looking for a Class 1 Driver to play a key role ensuring our operations run smoothly and efficiently, delivering goods safely and on time.

• Carry out high‑volume manual handling, handballing approximately 800–1,000 tyres across 1–2 NDC delivery drops in line with operational requirements.
• Deliver to locations including Wakefield, Warrington, Chepstow, Bristol, Maidstone, Newcastle, Sunderland, Winchester, Greenford and Bury St. Edmunds.
• Operate all equipment for which a license is held and authorisation has been given safely at all times.
• Complete thorough daily vehicle checks and report any defects.
• Report all personnel or equipment related accidents immediately to the Transport Office.
• Ensure all administration documentation (PODs) are completed accurately to the required standards.
• Count and check all products, compare to manifest and perform a visual check for damage.
• Adhere to Safe Systems of Work (SSW) and defined quality standards at all times.
• Adhere to company health & safety policies and standards of vehicle operation and cleanliness.
• Report any excesses, shortages or damage to supervisor in a timely manner.
• Drive safely and efficiently in line with Drivers' Hours and Working Time Directive regulations.
• Comply with health and safety standards at all times, ensuring adherence to the Highway Code, road safety rules and vehicle regulations.

• Regular manual handling of tyres; role requires good physical fitness.
• Generous pension scheme with an 8% employer contribution and a 4% employee contribution.
• 33 days annual leave including bank holidays.
• Free confidential 24/7 GP consultations.
• Hundreds of retail and lifestyle discounts.
• Affordable loans, savings schemes and free mortgage advice.
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We’re the global leaders in supply‑chain management with 188,000 people in over 50 countries, delivering for customers across a range of industries including retail, automotive, healthcare and more.

We value diversity and are proud supporters of the Armed Forces Covenant, valuing the skills of ex‑service personnel and helping veterans find jobs.

All positions are advertised in accordance with equal opportunity principles; no discrimination on the basis of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, or other protected characteristics.