HGV Class C Multi - Drop Driver

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 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. Our Grocery Service Centre, based near Liverpool, is a hub for transactional activity across multiple ABF companies within the ABF Grocery division. Supporting some of our well-known brands such as Kingsmill, Pataks, Blue Dragon, Jordans, Ryvita and Silver Spoon, amongst others. We deliver Shared Service activities across a wide range of disciplines including Customer Services, Consumer Care, Finance, Payroll, HR and IS. Overview Of Role Location: West Bromwich, West Midlands Hours: 45 hours per week Start Times: Between 1:00 AM – 3:00 AM Shift Pattern: 5 days from 7 on a rolling rota Join the Driving Force Behind One of the UK's Best-Known Bakery Brands! We're on the lookout for professional and reliable HGV Class C Multi-Drop Driver to join our dedicated team at Hovis Bakeries in West Bromwich. This is a permanent, full-time position, ideal for someone who enjoys early starts, structured routes, and being a key part of keeping the nation stocked with our much-loved bakery products. Why Choose Hovis Bakeries? We're not just known for our bread! As one of the UK's top bakeries, we take pride in delivering more than delicious loaves—we're also a great place to work. With a 3.9 rating on Glassdoor and a 3.1 on Indeed, we're proud to be an employer of choice for many. What You'll Do As an HGV Multi-Drop Driver, you'll be responsible for:

• Making timely deliveries of bakery products to our customers
• Conducting daily vehicle checks and ensuring roadworthiness
• Following tachograph and working time regulations
• Manual handling of products – this is a physical role
• Accurately checking and recording deliveries
• Collecting and returning empty baskets and wheels daily
• Promoting a safety-first, team-oriented culture Requirements To be successful in this role, you'll need:
• A valid HGV Class C (Category 2) licence
• A Driver Qualification Card (CPC)
• A Digital Tachograph Card
• Previous multi-drop or delivery driving experience
• A proactive, team-focused attitude
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Flexibility to meet changing delivery schedules and business needs What's In It For You We believe in rewarding our team and supporting them to be their best. When you join Hovis Bakeries, you'll enjoy:
• A permanent role in a stable and growing company
• 30 days holiday (plus 3 additional days for Christmas, New Year's Day & Easter Sunday)
• Pension scheme – up to 10% matched employer contributions
• Free life assurance – with Death in service benefit
• In-house training - including CPC
• Employee Assistance Programme – confidential counselling, legal & financial advice
• Cycle to work scheme
• ‘Extra Slice' discount platform (Save at 500+ major retailers)
• Free on-site parking
• Uniform & full PPE provided
• Enjoy discounts on our tasty products! If you're looking for job security, great benefits, and the chance to work for one of the UK's leading food brands, we want to hear from you. Ready to roll with us? Apply now and help us keep the UK's bread supply moving!