We’re looking for experienced HGV Class 1 Drivers to join our Great Bear team at our Port Salford site in Manchester, This is a fantastic opportunity to secure a permanent, full-time driving role with a 24/7 operation, delivering goods to Regional Distribution Centres nationwide.

If you take pride in safe driving, reliable service and professional customer delivery standards, we’d love to hear from you.

Shift patterns available

We offer a range of shift patterns to suit different lifestyles, with a preference for drivers who can work one of the following:

• Any 5 days from 7 (including weekend availability)
• Monday to Friday Days
• Wednesday to Saturday Days

Shift Details

• Average shift length of 12 hours
• Start times between 00:00 and 06:00
• Consistent work patterns with regular hours available

This is a fantastic opportunity for professional drivers looking for stable, ongoing work with a variety of shift options to fit their schedule.

Salary

We have increased our pay rates, with hourly rates now starting at £17.04 plus shift supplements and overtime paid at hourly rate plus 30%

What you’ll be doing

• Carry out safe, professional deliveries to customer premises.
• Complete general haulage deliveries to Regional Distribution Centres
• Report to the Transport team at the start of each shift and communicate any delays, delivery issues or load discrepancies promptly.
• Complete all paperwork accurately and ensure PODs are signed and returned to the Transport Office.
• Follow company rules and procedures, including health, safety and hygiene standards.
• Manage your working time in line with the Road Transport Directive and adhere to tachograph rules and regulations.
• Complete daily vehicle checks in line with company procedure and report defects correctly.
• Take responsibility for the unit and trailer, including temperature checks where required.
• Maintain a high standard of behaviour, appearance and customer service at all times.