HGV Class 1 Day Driver

Uniserve is a leading provider of innovative supply chain solutions, delivering excellence across global logistics. We are recruiting a reliable and experienced HGV Class 1 Driver to safely and efficiently operate Class 1 articulated vehicles, ensuring all deliveries, collections, and shunting activities are completed in full compliance with road transport legislation, company policies, and customer service expectations.

Shift Pattern: 4 on / 4 off, 12‑hour shifts (flexibility essential). Weekend and bank holiday working may be required depending on operational needs.

Salary: £37,500 per annum.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate HGV Class 1 (C+E) vehicles in a safe, professional, and legally compliant manner.
• Complete trunking, store deliveries, collections, and/or yard shunting as required.
• Carry out daily vehicle checks and defect reporting in line with company procedures.
• Ensure loads are secure, paperwork is accurate, and PODs are completed correctly.
• Comply fully with Drivers’ Hours, Working Time Directive, and Tachograph legislation.
• Maintain high standards of road safety, fuel efficiency, and vehicle care.
• Communicate effectively with transport teams, customers, and site personnel.
• Report accidents, incidents, near misses, and defects promptly.
• Represent Uniserve professionally at all customer and supplier sites.
• Support operational flexibility, including changes to routes, start times, or duties where required.
• Adhere to all Uniserve Health & Safety policies and procedures.
• Follow site‑specific rules at depots and customer locations.
• Take responsibility for personal safety and that of others at all times.
• Participate in toolbox talks, CPC training, and compliance briefings.

Skills & Experience

Essential

• Full HGV Class 1 (C+E) licence.
• Valid Driver CPC Digital Tachograph Card.
• Good knowledge of UK road transport legislation.
• Strong safety awareness and professional driving standards.
• Reliable, punctual, and flexible approach to work.

Desirable

• Previous trunking or retail distribution experience.
• Yard shunting experience.
• Experience working in time‑critical environments.

Personal Attributes

• Customer‑focused and professional at all times.
• Flexible and adaptable to operational requirements.
• High attention to detail, particularly with compliance and digital records.
• Reliable, punctual, and committed to high standards.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary.
• Discretionary Bonus.
• Pension Scheme.
• Annual Salary Review.
• Free Eye Test and up to £69 Vouchers towards Glasses.
• Interest‑Free Company Loan.
• Free On‑Site Parking.
• Referral Bonus £750.
• Care First Lifestyle Programme.
• Flu Jabs Annually.
• Group Life Policy.
• Electric Vehicle Charging Points at Work.
• Flexible Career Pathway.
• Supply Chain Academy.
• Enhanced Holiday Scheme.
• Apprenticeships.
• Private Health Care.