Class 1 Driver
| Posting date: | 15 January 2026 |
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| Salary: | £30,000 to £40,000 per year |
| Additional salary information: | Plus excellent benefits |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 14 February 2026 |
| Location: | Exeter, Devon, EX2 7JG |
| Company: | Gregory Distribution Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | R006785_1768487140 |
Summary
Class 1 Driver
Location: Exeter
Shift: Monday to Friday
Do you have a UK Class 1 CE Licence?
If "YES," we want to hear from you!
About the Role
As a HGV Driver, you will:
* Delivering specialist parts and equipment on behalf of our client to keep their local depots fully stocked, ready for them to complete planned maintenance work.
* Working on a set delivery rota with known destinations and depots.
* Putting stock away at the delivery depots, either by hand or using a forklift.
* Loading/unloading of vehicle using a Counterbalance forklift truck (training provided), ensuring load security.
* Tramping may be required depending on operational needs, or available upon request if preferred.
* Perform comprehensive daily vehicle safety checks using your company phone to maintain top-notch vehicle safety and reliability.
* Stay in regular communication with the transport team to provide updates on your progress and ensure our customers' expectations are met.
* Participate in regular training sessions to stay ahead with the latest industry standards and best practices.
Essential Skills and Qualifications
* Must hold a UK Class 1 CE license.
* Current DCPC Card and Digital Tachograph Driver Card.
* Experience of delivering loads directly to client sites is advantageous.
* Forklift license preferred but training will be provided.
* Passionate about providing excellent customer service.
* Ability to work to deadlines.
* Confident, polite, and a team player.
* Good geographical knowledge.
Why Join Gregory Distribution Ltd?
* Competitive Salary: £32,877pa to £36,530pa depending on hours worked. PLUS up to £5,005pa TAX FREE night out allowance if decided to do Tramping.
* Shift Hours: Starting between 05:00hrs and 06:00hrs, Monday to Friday.
* Overtime: Available.
* Training: DCPC training during your employment*, Monthly Courses for a variety of areas.
* Benefits: Additional holiday purchasing scheme*, Retail discounts with Hapi*, Retail Trust Wellbeing Support*, and more.
* Career Development: Opportunity to develop your career within an expanding business.
* Company Benefits: Excellent holiday allowance, Medical Reimbursement*, Life assurance, pension, and sickness scheme*.
* Extras: Christmas Savings Club*, Black Circle Tyre Discount*, Free Uniform and paid Volunteer Day.
* Team Culture: Strong culture of teamwork.