HGV Class 1 Driver – Fresh Produce

HGV Class 1 Driver – Fresh Produce Collection & RDC Distribution | Ongoing Work | PAYE

Description

Millison Chase Limited is currently recruiting experienced HGV Class 1 (C+E) Drivers for ongoing Fresh Produce Collection and Distribution work with one of our leading food logistics clients.

This is an excellent opportunity for professional Class 1 Drivers looking for regular, ongoing work transporting fresh produce from farms and food producers to Regional Distribution Centres (RDCs), Customer Distribution Centres (CDCs), packing facilities, and distribution hubs across the UK.

The role involves operating modern temperature-controlled refrigerated articulated vehicles with box trailers, ensuring fresh produce is transported safely while maintaining the cold chain throughout every journey. Drivers can expect a mixture of farm collections, distribution centre deliveries, and occasional return collections depending on the daily route.

Routes generally consist of 1 to 5 deliveries or collections per shift, with a combination of loading bays and tail lift deliveries. Most loads are handled using pallet trucks and forklift trucks, although there is an occasional element of light handball when delivering produce to customer locations.

Shift lengths are typically 10 to 12 hours, with both local and nationwide routes available. All work is fully planned in accordance with Driver's Hours Regulations, the Working Time Directive, and all current UK transport legislation.

This is an ongoing opportunity offering competitive PAYE rates, weekly pay, direct employment with Millison Chase Limited, and excellent long-term prospects.

Pay & Progression;

Monday to Friday (Days)

£16.00 per hour

Monday to Friday (Nights)

£17.00 per hour

Saturday

£19.00 per hour

Sunday & Bank Holidays

£20.00 per hour

Weekly PAYE pay

Direct in-house employment with Millison Chase Limited

Ongoing work available throughout the year

Temporary, ongoing and permanent opportunities available

Driver Sign-On Bonus;

Join Millison Chase Limited and take advantage of our Driver Sign-On Programme.

Earn an additional £100 bonus when you register with us and complete your first full month of work.

Ask our recruitment team for full terms and conditions during registration.

Responsibilities;

Collecting fresh produce directly from farms and growers

Delivering produce to RDCs, CDCs, packing facilities and distribution hubs

Completing between 1 and 5 deliveries or collections per shift

Operating refrigerated articulated Class 1 vehicles with box trailers

Using loading bays, tail lifts and pallet trucks where required

Carrying out light manual handling when necessary

Completing daily vehicle and trailer safety checks

Maintaining accurate delivery paperwork

Ensuring temperature-controlled products remain compliant throughout transport

Following Driver's Hours and Tachograph Regulations

Delivering excellent customer service at every collection and delivery point

Benefits;

Ongoing work available all year round

Weekly PAYE pay

Direct employment with Millison Chase Limited

Holiday pay accrued

Workplace pension enrolment after qualifying period

£100 Driver Sign-On Bonus after completing your first full month

Modern refrigerated fleet

Friendly and supportive transport team

Regular shift patterns

Long-term career opportunities

Potential permanent positions with our client