Class 2 Driver

Job Title: Class 2 Driver

Company: Allied Bakeries

Requisition ID: 3967

Job Location: Stockport

Posting Start Date: 04/06/2026

Posting End Date: 02/07/2026

Full Time / Part Time: Full Time

Contract Type: Permanent

Job Category: Transport , Logistics

Job Description:

Overview

Are you an experienced HGV Class 2 Driver ready for your next move? Looking to join a market-leading business that offers stability, strong rewards and a great benefits package?

At Allied Bakeries, we’re seeking full-time, permanent Class 2 Drivers to join our growing team in Stockport, Greater Manchester. You will represent Allied Bakeries with pride, delivering our beloved Kingsmill, Allison, and Sunblest brands with professionalism and a smile.

This is an excellent opportunity for safety-focused, professional drivers who take pride in delivering to high standards. The role is physically demanding but offers excellent rewards and long-term prospects.

You will be contracted to work 48 hours per week, on a 8-week rotating shift pattern of 5 on 3 off. This includes weekends and bank holidays, with start times between 02:00 - 04:30.

Why join us? Here’s what you’ll get…

We know great people deserve great rewards — so we’ve built a benefits package that truly delivers:

💷 Competitive salary – £39,254.89 per year plus additional premiums!

🏖️ Generous holiday allowance – 33 days (pro rata), giving you time to recharge (29 days based on a 4.375-day week)

🎓Ongoing annual CPC training

🩺24/7 online GP service

🔒 Up to 10% matched pension contribution, plus 4x life assurance, giving you added peace of mind for the future.

🏥 Company paid Health Cash Plan – Claim back your dental, eyecare and more for you and your family

💼 Refer a friend scheme – earn up to £500 for bringing great people into the business

🚗Octopus Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice scheme

🛍️ ‘Extra Slice’ benefits scheme – access discounts at 500+ top retailers including Tesco, Sainsbury’s and M&S

🚴 Cycle to Work – save money while commuting smarter

🏡 Flexible & family-friendly ways of working – supporting your work-life balance

📞 Employee Assistance Programme – confidential support whenever you need it (financial, legal & personal)

📈 Long service awards – we recognise and celebrate your commitment

What you'll do on a typical day..

Diverse Deliveries: You'll be at the heart of our operations, making multi-drop deliveries to our customers' stores. Every day brings new routes and new challenges, keeping your workday dynamic and engaging.

Flexible Schedule: Enjoy a balanced work-life with our 8-week rotating pattern—5 days on, 3 days off. This includes weekends and bank holidays, with start times between 2:00 AM and 4:30 AM, perfect for early birds!

Safety First: Your commitment to safe driving will be a source of pride for us. You'll be instrumental in upholding our safety-first agenda, ensuring a secure environment for yourself and others.

The Right Person

Ideally experience in food distribution or retial logisitics (but not essential)
Full UK driving licence with category C entitlement
Valid Driver Qualification and Digital Tachograph Cards
No more than 6 penalty points
No DR, DG, DD, BA, CD, AC, LC or TT99 endorsements within the previous 5 years
Previous experience driving category C vehicles is desirable