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Ad-Hoc Class 1 HGV Driver (Relief / Cover)

Job details
Posting date: 05 February 2026
Salary: £16 to £24 per hour
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 26 February 2026
Location: Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD48BH
Company: Manpower UK Limited
Job type: Temporary
Job reference: BBBH432434_1770309628

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Summary

Ad-Hoc Class 1 HGV Driver (Relief / Cover)

Location: Whitehead Business Park, Holland Street, Bradford, BD4
Pay: £16.00 per hour | £24.00 per hour overtime
Hours: Ad-hoc / variable (no guarantee of full-time hours) Start time between 4am and 10am
Shift Pattern: Primarily Monday to Friday (variable hours) min 8 hours pay

About the Company

Our client is a well-established, family-run business with over 120 years of experience supplying timber products to the UK bedding industry. Our products are used by leading furniture manufacturers nationwide, reflecting our reputation for quality and reliability.

The Role

We are looking for experienced Class 1 HGV Drivers to work on an ad-hoc basis, providing cover for holidays, sickness, and peak operational periods.

This role is ideal for drivers seeking flexible work. While the role is predominantly Class 1, drivers may occasionally be required to operate a Class 2 vehicle when covering for other team members.

The work may include:

  • UK-wide deliveries

  • Overnight stays, as required

  • Occasional weekend work

Please note: This is not a full-time role and hours cannot be guaranteed.

Pay & Allowances

  • £16.00 per hour (PAYE)

  • £24.00 per hour overtime (time and a half)

  • Overnight allowance and expenses paid where applicable

Key Responsibilities

  • Safe and timely delivery of goods to customers

  • Ensuring vehicle and load security

  • Completing daily vehicle checks and defect reporting

  • Compliance with all tachograph, driving hours, and road transport regulations

  • Accurate completion of mileage and journey records

  • Providing a professional level of customer service

Driver Requirements

Due to insurance requirements, applicants must:

  • Be 25 years of age or over

  • Hold a valid Class 1 (C+E) licence (Class 2 desirable)

  • Have a minimum of 1 years Class 1 driving experience

  • Hold a valid CPC Driver Card and Digital Tachograph Card

  • Have no more than 6 points on their licence

  • Experience in a busy transport or warehouse environment preferred

Personal Attributes

  • Reliable, flexible, and punctual

  • Professional and safety-focused

  • Strong communication skills

  • Team-oriented and adaptable to changing workloads

What We Offer

  • Competitive hourly pay

  • Overtime paid at enhanced rates

  • Paid overnight allowances and expenses

  • Training and uniform provided

  • Free on-site parking

  • Opportunity for repeat and ongoing ad-hoc work during busy periods

Job Type: Ad-hoc / Temporary
Work Location: On-site (Bradford)

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