Job Description
Job Title:  Class 1 Driver
Requisition ID:  4062
Job Location:  Stoke
Posting Start Date:  15/07/2026
Posting End Date:  05/08/2026
Full Time / Part Time:  Full Time
Contract Type:  Permanent
Job Category:  Logistics
Job Description: 

Overview of role

📍 Location: Based in Stoke (Newcastle-under-Lyme)
🕙 Hours: 48 hours a week (Wednesday-Saturday, fixed night shifts)
💰 Salary: £40,853.03 plus 20% night shift allowance

 

Join our team to deliver and collect products from customers, suppliers and other organisations and locations, as required by the business.

Key Accountabilities

  • To comply with all legal requirements for HGV Drivers
  • To always drive Company vehicles to high standards of safety and courtesy, including compliance with the Highway Code and any Company standards
  • To apply SAFED driving techniques, in order to maximise levels of safety and fuel efficiency
  • To comply with all Company delivery and collection procedures, e.g. picking from bulk order load, order adjustment, health and safety
  • To comply with Company standards for customer service
  • To report immediately to the FLM any variations to required standards of product quality and service levels
  • To follow Company standards and procedures for working with, and accounting for, Company products and equipment, e.g. bread baskets, pallets, store returns and buffer stock.
  • To comply with all Company requirements for Driver training and communications
  • To carry out any duties, as required by the Company, e.g. unloading, refuelling and washing vehicles and in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s).

The Right Person

  • Possess a Class 1 driving licence (Category C+E) – Essential
  • Conscientious and flexible – Essential
  • Good interpersonal skills – Essential
  • Customer orientated – Essential
  • Smart appearance - Essential

Why Join Us?

✔ Health & Wellbeing Support – Access to a healthcare cash plan, free eye tests & more! 👓
✔ Pension & Life Assurance – Up to 10% employer contributions to secure your future. 🔒
✔ Retail Discounts – Save at Asda, Tesco, M&S, Currys & 500+ other retailers! 🛍️
✔ Career Development – Grow with us through development & training opportunities. 📈
✔ Financial Wellbeing Support – Affordable loans, free financial education & budgeting tools. 💰
✔ Green Benefits – Get a great deal on a bike. 🚴‍♂️🚗⚡
✔ Loyalty rewards – We celebrate milestones with recognition and gifts. 🎁
✔ Recognition & Awards – Your hard work won’t go unnoticed! 🏆
✔ Charitable Giving – Support Save the Children through payroll donations. ❤️

Information at a Glance