HGV Class 1 Driver

JG Pears · Direct employer

HGV Class 1 Driver

About Us
JG Pears is a fourth-generation family business that grew from a livestock farm near Penistone into one of the largest names in the UK's animal by-products sector. The Group has continued to expand, running a modern fleet of vehicles that moves material between sites and customers nationwide.

We're looking for an experienced HGV Class 1 Driver to join the team at our Twycross site, covering Class 1 work with the flexibility to support Class 2 duties as needed.
  • Salary: £16.52 per hour, plus enhanced weekend pay and driver bonuses available
  • Location: Twycross, CV9 3LP
  • Working pattern: Days only, averaging 50 hours per week, with start times between 4am and 6am

Core Benefits
  • 28 days holiday entitlement, pro rata depending on shift pattern
  • Company pension scheme (employer contribution 3% Employee contribution 5%)
  • Company sick pay scheme
  • Financial education and guidance through external providers
  • £300 Introduce a Friend reward

About the Role
This is a days-only role, averaging 50 hours a week with start times between 4am and 6am. It's mostly Class 1 driving, with occasional Class 2 cover when needed.

What You'll Be Doing
  • Collecting and delivering animal by-products nationwide
  • Completing all legally required documentation relating to the movement of products
  • Adhering to drivers' hours rules and regulations, including working time regulations
  • Using tachographs and carrying out daily vehicle checks

What You'll Bring
  • Valid HGV Class 1 (C+E) licence, together with a current Driver CPC card
  • Experience in the movement of animal by-products advantageous
  • ADR qualification desirable, but not essential
  • A flexible approach and willingness to undertake both Class 1 and Class 2 duties as required

Additional Benefits & Perks
  • 24/7 GP and Mental Health Support, Wellbeing and Nutrition Programmes, Second Medical Opinion, Health Resources, Emotional Wellbeing App, Smoking Cessation Support and Bereavement Counselling
  • Electric Vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
  • Discounted EV charging points
  • Life assurance
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Occupational health support
  • JG Pears Rewards (retail, restaurant and gym discounts)


Additional Information
Due to the site's location, own transport is essential.

Ready to take the next step? Apply today and grow with us at JG Pears.


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