HGV Class 1 Driver
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Position Overview & Specifications
Are you seeking an HGV Class 1 Day Driving, part time, permanent job in Bristol working for a top logistics company, paying a market leading rate?
Interested? Then please get in touch!
The Company:
A 3rd party logistics company based in Avonmouth with an established reputation in the driving industry, are offering an opportunity for a driver to work for them.
The Opportunity:
Operating from their depot in Avonmouth, our client is looking for someone to join them on a part-time basis with 2 shifts per week. These 2 shifts will vary each week but you will have the dates confirmed in 4-week blocks. They will be any 2 out of 7 days.
It is a night shift, starting around 05:00am – 06:30am this will be a 12-hour shift doing usually 1-2 drops (no handball_ and sometimes a collection on the way back to Avonmouth.
You will be delivering to a range of locations such as Broxbourne, Runcorn & Birmingham and the collections are usually from Cardiff, Magor or Swindon. This will not be all in one shift, this is just an example of locations.
There is no handball, only opening and closing the curtains.
Pay:
The hourly rate is £15.30 per hour, based on a 24 per week contract the salary comes to £19,094.40 per year for the two days per week.
Key Requirements:
· HGV 1 licence, Digital Tachograph Card, CPC Card
· Strong communication and teamwork skills
· The knowledge and initiative to solve basic problems and make routine decisions
· Strong organisational and prioritisation skills
· Unfortunately, we cannot take anyone with a DR10 on their licence
The Application Processes:
Please call our office on 0117 325 8687 or apply to this advert in the first instance by sending a CV across and we will contact you within 1 working day of your application has been successful.
Kingston Barnes is driving recruitment agency. Our deep-rooted knowledge of the industry means we have insight into which companies will enable you to achieve your career ambitions. We recruit for a number of logistics companies for HGV Class 1, HGV Class 2, 7.5 Tonne drivers and van drivers throughout the South West and work with you to help you find the next step in your career.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Salary: £19,094.40 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Private dental insurance
- Private medical insurance
Schedule:
- 12 hour shift
Work Location: In person
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for HGV Class 1 Driver roles across Kingston Barnes's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £19,094 - £19,094 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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