HGV Class 1 Driver

Earn Up to £32.49 Per Hour
We are currently recruiting permanent HGV Class 1 Drivers to join our team at Morrisons RDC, Bridgwater. This is an excellent opportunity for professional drivers looking for secure, full-time employment with competitive rates of pay and regular work.
Whether you prefer Days or Nights, we have fixed shift patterns available, offering stability and work-life balance while supporting our busy transport operation.
Available Shift Patterns
Day Shift
Thursday to Monday
Flexible start times available
Night Shift
Friday to Tuesday
Flexible start times available
Weekend working is included within the shift pattern.
Pay Rates
Base Rates
Monday to Friday Days
£18.05 per hour
Monday to Friday Nights
£21.66 per hour
Saturday & Sunday Days
£19.86 per hour
Saturday & Sunday Nights
£23.47 per hour
Overtime Rates
Monday to Friday Days
£27.08 per hour
Monday to Friday Nights
£30.69 per hour
Saturday & Sunday Days
£28.88 per hour
Saturday & Sunday Nights
£32.49 per hour
The Role
As an HGV Class 1 Driver, you'll play a key role in supporting our transport operation, ensuring goods are delivered safely, professionally, and on time.
Your responsibilities will include:
General haulage using curtainside trailers to Distribution Centres and Stores
Store collections and returns to Distribution Centres
Completing vehicle safety checks and associated paperwork
Working closely with the transport team to ensure efficient operations
Maintaining high standards of safety, compliance, and customer service
Adhering to Drivers' Hours, WTD, and tachograph legislation
Supporting operational requirements, including occasional loading and unloading where required
Trunking work available subject to operational requirements
You should hold a valid C+E Licence and ideally have a minimum of 6 months HGV Class 1 driving experience (We will consider New Pass Drivers)
No more than 6 points and no DD/ DR Code convictions.
Hold a current valid DCPC & Tacho cards.
Understand and able to comply with Driver’s hours and WTD legislation.
Able to understand and carry out necessary vehicle checks to ensure vehicle safety and able to report defects correctly.
Should comply with on-site health and safety requirements.
Excellent communication skills.

Employment type
Full-time

Work arrangement
No