Class 1 Driver

Class 1 Driver

Location: Shepton Mallet
Shift: Monday to Friday Nights, with a start time of 17:30hrs.

Competitive Salary: £15.38 per hour, equating to £38,389 per annum based on a 48-hour working week, with excellent overtime opportunities and premium payments. Benefit from an additional £2.75 per hour for hours worked between 21:00hrs and 04:00hrs, as well as enhanced payments of £2.75 per hour for Saturday, Sunday and Bank Holiday shifts. Drivers working on Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year's Day receive a premium rate of £30.76 per hour.

About Us
Gregory Group is one of the UK's leading logistics providers, known for reliability, professionalism, and exceptional customer service. We are proud to support Thatchers with dedicated transport and warehouse solutions, delivered by committed teams who put safety, quality, and teamwork at the forefront of everything we do.

About the Role

As a Class 1 Driver, you will:

• Deliver alcoholic products to Regional Distribution Centres (RDCs), retail stores, and warehouses across the UK.
• Running out‑and‑back routes, planning your journey efficiently each day to ensure timely deliveries.
• 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 HGV Class 1 CE Licence, ready to take on the open road with confidence.
• Possess a current DCPC Card and UK Digital Tachograph Driver Card, ensuring you're always compliant and prepared.
• 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: Available.
• 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, apply now!

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.