Class 1 Driver


Company:	Gregory Distribution Ltd
Salary:	£37,440 to £42,445 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Bridgwater, TA6 4RN
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	11 Sept 2026
Closing date:	11 Oct 2026

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Summary

Class 1 Driver

Location: Bridgwater

Shift: Monday to Friday Nights

About Us: At Gregory Distribution Ltd, we are committed to delivering excellence in logistics and transport services. Our team is dedicated to maintaining high standards of compliance and operational efficiency. Join us and grow your career in a supportive and expanding business environment. We foster a strong culture of teamwork and continuous improvement.

About the Role: We are looking for a professional and safety-focused Class 1 Driver to join our operation at our Bridgwater depot. In this role, you'll be flexible across multiple contracts, ensuring high standards are kept at all times and work is carried out to the highest compliance standards. This position will involve both Tanker and Curtain-side trailers depending on the needs of the business.

Key Responsibilities

As a Class 1 Driver, you will:

Operate curtain‑side or flatbed trailers to safely collect and deliver customer products, ensuring all journeys are completed to a high professional standard.

Ensure all goods are loaded, secured, and protected using appropriate equipment such as straps, nets, and other load‑securing devices to prevent movement or damage during transit.

Safely collect and deliver bulk liquid products to customers.

Ensure all loading and unloading procedures are followed in line with industry standards, site rules and product handling requirements.

Handle a variety of different liquid loads, including food‑grade or regulated products.

Carry out comprehensive daily vehicle safety checks using your company‑issued device, maintaining full compliance and always ensuring vehicle reliability.

Maintain consistent communication with the transport team, providing updates on progress and ensuring customer expectations are met.

Participate in regular training and development to stay aligned with industry standards, safety requirements, and best practice.

Demonstrate flexibility within the role to cover

Essential Skills and Qualifications

Must hold a UK Class 1 CE Licence.

Current DCPC Card and Digital Tachograph Driver Card.

Experience of delivering loads directly to client sites is advantageous.

Tanker experience is desirable but not essential as training will be given.

Passionate about providing excellent customer service.

Ability to work to deadlines.

Confident, polite, and a team player.

Good geographical knowledge.

Fit, flexible, hardworking, and self-motivated.

Why Join Gregory Distribution Ltd?

Competitive Salary: £37,440 - £42,445 per annum, depending on hours worked.

Shift Hours: Monday to Friday, start times between 17:00hrs and 19:00hrs

Training: DCPC training during your employment*, Monthly Courses for a variety of areas.

Benefits: Additional holiday purchasing scheme*, Retail discounts with Hapi*, 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*, 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 application

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

. 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.

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