Class 1

Class 1 HGV Driver

Location: Biggleswade, Bedfordshire
Contract Duration: 28th June – 12th September (11-week assignment)
Shift Pattern: Wednesday to Saturday
Note: An optional 5th shift on Sunday or Monday will be offered as peak volumes increase.
Start Times: 04:00 – 06:00 (8 hours guaranteed per shift)
Pay Rates

• Monday to Friday (03:00 – 19:00): £19.06 per hour
• Saturday (03:00 – 19:00): £21.95 per hour

Role Overview
We are seeking adaptable, professional Class 1 (LGV C+E) Drivers for an 11-week summer peak contract based out of Biggleswade. Operating a modern fleet of well-maintained vehicles, you will be delivering fresh, frozen, and ambient products to local Co-op stores.
This role requires a high level of driving precision and versatility. Drivers must be comfortable stepping between Class 1 and Class 2 vehicles depending on daily operational needs. Due to the urban and high-street locations of some stores, you must also be confident and skilled at parking and offloading on public roads.
Typical shifts last between 8 to 13 hours, offering excellent earning potential.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate both Class 1 and Class 2 vehicles as required by the daily schedule.
• Safely operate a Class 1 vehicle, delivering temperature-controlled and ambient stock to local Co-op stores.
• Complete 3 to 6 drops per shift (depending on the assigned route).
• Maintain flexibility to complete a second run (returning to the depot to reload) within your shift if required.
• Conduct thorough pre- and post-journey vehicle defect checks, reporting any issues promptly.
• Ensure all load security and temperature boundary checks are completed before departure.
• Maintain accurate digital tachograph records and strictly adhere to EU Drivers’ Hours regulations.

Candidate Requirements

• Experience: Minimum of 12 months of experience driving Class 1 vehicles in the UK.
• Licence & Qualifications:
  • Valid UK Cat C+E (Class 1) driving licence.
  • Valid Driver CPC (Driver Qualification Card).
  • Valid Digital Tachograph card.

Skills & Abilities:

• Confident precision driving, particularly with on-road deliveries and tight tight-access store locations.
• Willingness and flexibility to drive Class 2 vehicles when required.
• Endorsements: Maximum of 6 minor penalty points (No DR, DD, IN, or CD endorsements for insurance purposes).