HGV Class 1 Driver

Job details

Posted Wednesday 01 July 2026
Salary £17.96 - £43.32 per hour
Location Bedford
Job type Temporary
Discipline Class 1
Reference 426
Recruiter Name Merryl Smith

HGV Class 1 Driver | Bedford (MK43) | Full Time & Part Time | Any 5 from 7 | Weekend Working Essential | HG Recruitment

Apply Now – Join Our Team and Earn Premium Rates at ASDA Bedford Distribution

HG Recruitment are recruiting experienced HGV Class 1 (C+E) Drivers to support one of the UK’s leading supermarket distribution operations based in Bedford.

Location:

ASDA Distribution Centre

Marsh Leys Cottages, Farm Woburn Road, Kempston, Bedford, MK43 9AB

Pay Rates (Parity Rates Applicable to All Drivers Until the End of August)

Shift                                                                    Standard                 Overtime (45+ Hours)       Bank Holiday

Days (06:00–14:00)                                  £17.96/hr                £24.88/hr                                    £35.92/hr

Back Shift (14:00–22:00)                      £20.30/hr                £27.22/hr                                    £40.60/hr

Nights (22:00–06:00)                              £21.66/hr                £28.58/hr                                    £43.32/hr

Why Join Us?

  • Paid Breaks from Day One
  • Minimum 8-Hour Shift Guarantee
  • Overtime Paid After 45 Hours
  • Class 2 Work Paid at Class 1 Rates
  • Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities Available

Estimated Earnings

  • 45-hour week (Night Shift): Up to £975 per week
  • Expected annual earnings exceeding £50,000 (dependent on shift pattern and overtime)

For more information or to apply, contact our Northampton Planning Team at 01707 636680 or send an email to NorthamptonPlanning@h-g-recruitment.com

The Role

Join one of the UK's largest supermarket distribution operations with HG Recruitment. We are recruiting experienced HGV Class 1 (C+E) Drivers for ongoing work delivering ambient and chilled products to ASDA stores.

You'll primarily drive Class 1 vehicles, with occasional Class 2 work when required – all paid at the full Class 1 rate.

The Role

  • Supermarket store deliveries across the region.
  • Ambient and chilled products.
  • Class 1 store deliveries with trailer bay unloading.
  • Occasional Class 2 deliveries to smaller stores, including cage deliveries and collections.
  • Daily vehicle checks, electronic PODs and compliance with Driver Hours and Working Time regulations.
  • Any 5 days from 7 with regular weekend work.
  • Typical start times: 22:00–03:00.

Benefits

  • Excellent premium hourly pay.
  • Parity pay rates available until the end of August.
  • Paid breaks from Day One.
  • Minimum 8-hour shift guarantee.
  • Ongoing full-time and part-time opportunities.
  • Pension scheme.
  • Free training, CPC and driver development.
  • Driver Portal and App with 24/7 support from HG Recruitment.
  • Mentor and Mental Health First Aider support.

Requirements

  • Valid HGV Class 1 (C+E) Licence.
  • Driver CPC and Digital Tachograph Card.
  • Minimum 12 months' Class 1 driving experience.
  • Willing to complete Class 2 work when required (paid at Class 1 rate).
  • Maximum 6 penalty points (minor endorsements only).
  • Good knowledge of Driver Hours and Working Time regulations.
  • Reliable, professional and customer focused.
  • Weekend availability is essential.

About HG Recruitment

Decades of experience in the supply chain, HG has a strong well-established reputation. Offering great job opportunities within transport & logistics.  With a Nationwide footprint, our manned service is available 24/7, trusted to always match you with the right job. Click APPLY NOW & join our winning team.

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