Class 1 Driver

Class 1 Driver

Location: Lesmahagow
Shift: 4on 4off, Days & Nights

Fantastic Earning Potential

Start your shift with a competitive £17.42 per hour, with the opportunity to increase your earnings through a £2.75 per hour night premium for all hours worked between 21:00hrs and 04:00hrs. Based on a 11.25 hour shift, this offers excellent earning potential.

Driver Friendly Shift Options:

Join our dedicated The Range contract and enjoy a predictable 4on 4off rota, giving you stability and a healthy work-life balance, with 11.25 hour shifts.

Day shifts start between 03:00hrs - 06:00hrs, while night shifts begin between 15:00hrs - 18:00hrs, helping you plan your time around work and maintain a great work-life balance.

About the Role

As a Class 1 Driver, you will:

• Take to the road in curtain-side and box trailers, including both single and double deck trailers, to deliver goods to retail stores on assigned routes, which may include Inverness, Perth, Aberdeen or Dundee.
• Enjoy a manageable delivery schedule with typically 1 to 3 drops per shift, keeping deliveries on schedule and customers satisfied.
• Ensure every load is secured safely and compliantly using industry-approved restraint equipment.
• Complete tail lift deliveries with a strong focus on safety, efficiency and customer service.
• Perform comprehensive daily vehicle safety checks using your company phone to maintain top-notch vehicle safety and reliability.
• Maintain regular communication with the transport office to provide updates on delivery progress and respond to any changes or issues in real time.
• Represent the company professionally at every delivery point, ensuring excellent customer service and building strong relationships with store teams.
• Participate in ongoing training and development, including refresher courses and updates on industry regulations, to keep your skills sharp and compliant.

Essential Skills and Qualifications

• Hold a valid UK Class 1 (CE) Driving Licence.
• Possess a current Driver CPC qualification and Digital Tachograph Driver Card.
• Previous experience delivering to retail, commercial or customer sites is advantageous, although full training can be provided.
• Demonstrate excellent customer service skills, with the ability to communicate professionally and build positive relationships with customers.
• Be capable of working to planned schedules and delivery deadlines while maintaining the highest standards of safety and compliance.
• Bring a positive, reliable and team-focused approach, with the confidence to work independently when required.
• Have good geographical awareness and the ability to navigate routes efficiently across the UK.

Why Join Gregory Distribution Ltd?

• Overtime: Paid at an hourly rate. Rest day working paid.
• Training: DCPC training during your employment*, Monthly Courses for a variety of areas.
• Benefits: Additional holiday purchasing scheme*, Retail discounts with Circular Benefits*, Retail Trust Wellbeing Support*, and more.
• Career Development: Opportunity to develop your career within an expanding business.
• Company Benefits: Excellent holiday allowance, Medical Reimbursement*, Life assurance, pension, and sickness scheme*.
• Extras: Christmas Savings Club*, Black Circle Tyre Discount*, Cycle To Work Scheme*, Free Uniform and paid Volunteer Day.
• Team Culture: Strong culture of teamwork.

How to Apply

If you have the drive to be the best and want to be part of a flourishing and ambitious company,

Please submit your application as soon as possible. Due to high volumes of applications, we reserve the right to close adverts before the closing date once we have received sufficient applications.

Eligibility: Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK with no restrictions. Proof of Right to Work will be required at the interview stage.

Contact Us: For any queries, please contact our Recruitment Team at recruitment@gregory.co.uk. Our team is available Monday to Friday, 08:30hrs - 17:00hrs.

Note to Recruitment Agencies: We prefer to recruit directly but have a Preferred Supplier List for when we need assistance. We'll be in touch if we need you.

*Subject to terms and conditions.