Job Description:

Best Time Ltd is recruiting experienced Class 1 (C+E) HGV Drivers for multi-drop deliveries to retail locations across the South of England.

These opportunities are offered on a temp-to-perm basis for suitable candidates seeking longer-term employment. Successful applicants must be reliable, professional and fully committed to their agreed rota pattern.

The role involves driving Class 1 and Class 2 vehicles, delivering stock safely and accurately, and maintaining high standards of vehicle safety, customer service and compliance.

Available Working Patterns

Several rota patterns are available, with start times depending on the position:

• Evening shifts: Start times between 16:30 and 20:30, covering various Sunday-to-Friday and Monday-to-Friday or Sunday-to-Friday and Sunday-to-Thursda rota patterns.

• Day shifts: Start times between 10:00 and 14:00, covering Monday-to-Friday and Monday-to-Saturday rota patterns.

Candidates must be able to commit to the agreed rota. Flexibility may also be required to cover shunting duties, which can involve working from 20:30 to 05:30 following training.

Key Responsibilities

• Carrying out multi-drop deliveries to retail locations.

• Driving Class 1 and Class 2 vehicles as required.

• Completing double-deck trunking duties when required.

• Loading, unloading and securing stock safely.

• Scanning deliveries, checking stock and completing delivery paperwork.

• Conducting daily vehicle checks and reporting defects.

• Following planned routes, delivery schedules and road transport regulations.

• Maintaining vehicle and stock security.

• Providing professional customer service.

• Following all relevant health and safety procedures.

• Undertaking shunt training and carrying out shunting duties when required.

Essential Requirements

• Valid Category C+E (Class 1) driving licence.

• Minimum of 6 months' double-deck driving experience.

• Valid Driver CPC qualification.

• Valid Digital Tachograph Card.

• Good knowledge of road transport legislation and drivers' hours regulations.

• Good written and spoken English, as the role involves customer interaction and completing paperwork.

• Willingness to drive both Class 1 and Class 2 vehicles.

• Willingness to undertake shunt training and cover shunting duties when required.

• Reliable, punctual and professional approach to work.

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safe driving practices.

• Full commitment to the agreed rota pattern.

A successful driver assessment will be required before starting work.

Pay and Benefits

• Competitive hourly rates of £18.00–£30.00, depending on shift, overtime and weekend working.

• Temp-to-perm opportunity for suitable candidates.

• Multiple rota patterns available.

• Opportunity to gain additional experience across different vehicle types and duties.

If you meet the essential requirements and are looking for your next driving opportunity, please apply on CV-Library.