Job description
Learn about the role, responsibilities and what the employer is looking for.
HGV Class 1 Night Driver - Trunking | Up to £20.17ph
Earn up to £20.17 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 (Holiday Accrued Separately)
- Monday to Friday:
- Saturday:
- Sunday / Bank Holiday:
- Equivalent rate including holiday accrual:
£18.00 per hour
£18.00 per hour
£18.00 per hour
£20.17 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
- Typical shift length of
- Optional overtime shifts available
- Ongoing, regular work available
17:00 and 20:00
8-12 hours
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
- 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
No umbrella companies
No payroll processing fees
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.