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HGV Class 1 Driver - Avonmouth

Optime Group

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HGV Class 1 Driver - Avonmouth

  • Optime Group · Severn Beach, United Kingdom · Full-time · Posted 2026-10-29
  • Optime Group are searching for an experienced HGV Class 1 Driver to join a well-respected and successful client in Avonmouth.
  • This is a fantastic opportunity for professional drivers looking for consistent hours, structured shifts and predominantly local and regional deliveries, working with major high-street retailers.
  • The operation supports deliveries to TK Maxx, B&M, Superdrug and Savers, providing a varied and fast-paced working environment.

About Optime Group

With immediate starts available and a straightforward onboarding process, successful drivers can get on the road quickly.

Responsibilities

  • Transporting stock in secure roll cages.
  • Delivering a mixture of ambient, chilled and frozen products.
  • Ensuring all goods are transported and delivered safely and efficiently.
  • Carrying out daily vehicle checks and reporting any defects.
  • Following all road transport legislation, Working Time Directive requirements and drivers' hours regulations.
  • Maintaining a professional and courteous approach when dealing with store colleagues.
  • Completing all relevant delivery paperwork and following site procedures.

Requirements

  • A valid UK HGV Class 1 (Category C+E) driving licence.
  • A valid Driver CPC qualification.
  • A valid Digital Tachograph Card.
  • A good understanding of drivers' hours and road transport legislation.
  • A safety-first approach to driving and vehicle operations.
  • Good communication skills and a professional attitude.
  • The ability to work independently and manage deliveries efficiently.
  • A flexible approach to working days and shift patterns.
  • Drivers can start immediately at SWROC, subject to successfully completing the required onboarding checks.

Pay

  • Salary: GBP 49,994–57,482
  • Rate of Pay:
  • 06:00–14:00: £20.03 per hour
  • 14:00–22:00: £21.53 per hour
  • 22:00–06:00: £23.03 per hour

Shift Pattern: Any 5 days from 7

Shift duration: 9.5 hours, including a 30-minute unpaid break.

Benefits

  • Normal working week: 48 hours.
  • Staff parking.
  • Weekly pay (Every Friday).
  • Temp to Perm (performance-based).
  • One of the key benefits of this opportunity is the delivery network, with the majority of stores located relatively close to the depot.
  • 60% of stores are located within 50 miles of the depot.

Availability: Immediate starts for suitable candidates.

90% of stores are located within 100 miles of the depot.

The onboarding process includes

  • Driver assessment.
  • Drug and alcohol (D&A) screening.
  • Completion of any necessary site induction and compliance checks.
  • Suitable drivers who successfully complete the required checks can progress quickly towards their start date.
  • PLEASE NOTE: As this position is in the aviation industry, successful applicants must be able to provide 5-year checkable history.
  • For an opportunity to interview for this fantastic role, please submit your CV to apply!
  • Optime Group is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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