HGV Class 1 Driver

Allied Bakeries Limited; Walthamstow; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK bakery firm is seeking an HGV Class 1 Driver in Walthamstow to ensure timely multi-drop deliveries. This role offers a competitive salary of £43,249 per year and an extensive benefits package including a £1,000 sign-on bonus and flexible working options. Ideal candidates should have a valid Class 1 licence and experience in multi-drop deliveries. Join a supportive team committed to safety and customer service.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Bonus structure

33 Days Annual Leave

Employer Pension Contributions

Discounts at over 500 retailers

Cycle to Work Scheme

Flexible Working Options

Employee Assistance Programme

Charitable Giving Programme

Qualifications

• Valid Class 1 Licence held for at least 12 months.
• Up-to-date CPC Card.
• Experience in multi-drop deliveries.

Responsibilities

• Ensure on-time deliveries to customers’ stores.
• Work five days on, three days off.

Skills

Valid Class 1 Licence

Up-to-date CPC Card

Experience in multi-drop deliveries

Commitment to safety-first driving

Excellent customer service

Job description

Join to apply for the HGV Class 1 Driver role at Allied Bakeries | part of Associated British Foods plc.

Allied Bakeries are owned by Associated British Foods. ABF is a diversified international food, ingredients and retail group with sales of £20.1bn and 138,000 employees in 56 countries. It has significant businesses in Europe, Africa, the Americas, Asia and Australia. Our sister companies in ABF UK Grocery produce products under many market‑leading household brands, including Jordans, Ryvita, Pataks, Blue Dragon & Silver Spoon.

We are proud of our brands: we make top 10 UK grocery brand Kingsmill as well as Allinson’s, Bürgen and Sunblest. You’ll know us best through our white, wholemeal and seeded market‑leading loaves, as well as Kingsmill 50/50, the nation’s favourite Healthier White, and our delicious pancakes, crumpets, hot cross buns and other bakery products.

The success of our business depends on us having the right people on the team. We are incredibly passionate about our business, but it isn’t for the faint‑hearted – it’s pacey and demanding so our people need to have a positive attitude and to want to work inclusively. We take massive pride in what we do, not least in how colleagues based in our bakeries and depots have one of the best safety performance records in the industry.

Overview of Role

Location: Walthamstow, Greater London
Annual Salary: £43,249
Multi‑Drop Deliveries
Industry‑Leading Benefits

The Role

As a Class 1 Multi‑Drop Delivery Driver, you’ll be a crucial part of our transport team, ensuring on‑time deliveries to our customers’ stores. You’ll work five days on, three days off.

What You’ll Need To Succeed

• Valid Class 1 Licence (held for at least 12 months)
• Up‑to‑date CPC Card
• Experience in multi‑drop deliveries
• Commitment to safety‑first driving and excellent customer service
• Various start times

Benefits

• Competitive Salary: £43,249 per year
• £1,000 sign‑on bonus (£250 upon joining, £250 at 6 months, and £500 at your 1‑year anniversary)
• 33 Days Annual Leave
• Up to 10% Employer Pension Contributions (including Life Assurance)
• ‘Extra Slice’ Benefits Scheme – Discounts at over 500 retailers, including Tesco, Sainsbury’s, M&S, Curry’s, and more!
• Electric Car/ Cycle to Work Scheme – Get a great bike deal to help with your commute
• Family‑Friendly & Flexible Working Options
• Employee Assistance Programme – Free & confidential support for financial, legal, and personal matters
• Charitable Giving – Be part of our partnership with Save the Children and give back through payroll donations

Why Join Us?

• A strong team culture – Be part of a friendly, supportive workforce that values safety and teamwork.
• A respected brand – Deliver products from well‑loved brands like Kingsmill, Allisons, and Sunblest.
• Opportunities for career progression – We’re committed to helping you grow and develop within our company.

Whether you're an experienced multi‑drop driver or a newly qualified Class 1 driver eager to prove your skills, we welcome applications from dedicated professionals who put safety and service first.

Join us and be part of a company that invests in its people – because at Allied Bakeries, you’re more than just a driver.