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HGV Class 1 Driver

CV-Library Bristol Posted 08 Oct 2026 Closing: 01 Jan 0001
Contract Class 1 (C+E) Featured
£16.33/hour

Job Description & Overview

<p class="text-muted mb-3">HGV Class 1 ADR Driver – Gas Cylinder Deliveries – Bristol</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Location: Bristol, BS4 </p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Hours: Monday to Friday – Days</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Working Week: 40 hours</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Job Type: HGV Class 1 / LGV Category C+E</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Pay: £16.33</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">About the Role</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Top Tier Recruitment is currently recruiting an experienced HGV Class 1 ADR Driver for an established client within the industrial gas and logistics sector, based in Bristol.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">This is a Monday-to-Friday day shift opportunity, working 40 hours per week, involving the safe transportation, delivery and collection of gas cylinders between depots, docks and designated locations.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">We are looking for a professional, safety-conscious driver with a strong understanding of transport legislation and excellent driving standards.</p>

<h5 class="fw-bold text-success mt-4 mb-3">Key Responsibilities</h5>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Safely transport, deliver and collect gas cylinders.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Complete deliveries and collections at manned and unmanned depots, docks and designated sites.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Ensure full compliance with Working Time Directive regulations, EU drivers' hours and tachograph legislation.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Complete vehicle checks and maintain accurate driving records.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Report all incidents, near misses and safety concerns promptly.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Maintain excellent communication with the transport planning team.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Operate a counterbalance forklift truck following training, including changing forks and gas bottles where required.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Maintain high driving performance standards.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Complete all required site inductions and specialist training.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Follow strict health and safety procedures at all times.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Essential</p>

<h5 class="fw-bold text-success mt-4 mb-3">Requirements</h5>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Valid LGV Category C+E (Class 1) licence held for a minimum of 3 years.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Valid ADR qualification covering gas cylinders (Class 2 gases).</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Minimum 24 months of relevant HGV driving experience within the previous 5 years.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Valid Driver CPC and Digital Tachograph Card.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Maximum 3 penalty points.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">No current or historical DR10 or CU80 convictions.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">No at-fault vehicle incidents within the previous 24 months.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Good understanding of EU drivers' hours and Working Time Directive regulations.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Willingness to undertake specialist safety and operational training.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Ability to work independently and follow strict safety procedures.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Willingness to train in counterbalance forklift operation.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Specialist Training Provided</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">SMITH System defensive driving.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Rollover and skid control.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Counterbalance forklift truck training.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Site-specific safety inductions.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Specialist operational and safety training.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Vehicle safety and fatigue prevention equipment training.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Working Hours</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Monday to Friday – Day Shifts</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">40 hours per week</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Apply Today</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">If you are an experienced Class 1 ADR Driver looking for a Monday-to-Friday driving opportunity in Bristol, we would love to hear from you</p>

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Key Details
  • Date Posted: 08 Oct 2026
  • Location: Bristol
  • Employment Type: Contract
  • Licence: Class 1 (C+E)
  • Category: Other
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