HGV Driver

Role Purpose 

Experience in HGV Class 1 Driver to join our logistics team. This role involves yard shunting, local multi-drop deliveries, and back hauling operations. You’ll play a key part in ensuring the smooth flow of goods between our depot, customers, and suppliers.

Key Responsibilities 

• Raw material/FG movement between factory and external storage facilities.
• Performing local deliveries to customers using curtain-siders.
• Back hauling goods from suppliers or returns locations.
• Conducting daily vehicle checks and reporting any defects.
• Ensuring compliance with UK driving laws, tachograph regulations, and Working Time Directives.
• Maintaining accurate records of vehicle movements and delivery logs.
• Liaising with warehouse and transport teams to coordinate loading/unloading.
• Adhering to all Health & Safety procedures.
• Contribute to DEI, sustainability and wellbeing initiatives relevant to the role.
• Attend and contribute to required meetings

Skills, experience & qualifications

Essential

·       Valid HGV Class 1 (C+E) license.

·       Driver CPC and Digital Tachograph Card.

·       Minimum 6 months HGV driving experience preferred.

·       Experience in shunting operations or yard driving.

·       Good geographical knowledge of the local area.

·       Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

·       Physically fit and comfortable with manual handling.

Behaviours & Our Core Values

• Integrity and Respect in Action — acts fairly, is honest, and creates an inclusive environment.
• Ownership and Responsibility — takes accountability, learns from feedback, follows through.
• Going Beyond, Every Time — goes the extra mile for colleagues and customers; raises the bar.
• Innovation with Purpose — tests practical ideas, measures impact, scales what works.
• Champions of Change — communicates clearly, brings people with them through change.
• Passionate Pursuit of Success — outcome-focused, balances pace with quality.

Meetings & Communication

Must attend:

• 1:1 with line manager monthly, H&S/Toolbox talks [per rota], H&S Meetings as required - training/refresher sessions per schedule.

Health & Safety

• Work safely and follow training, method statements, SSOW and risk assessments at all times.
• Report hazards, near-misses and incidents immediately; support investigations (incl. RIDDOR where applicable).
• Use, maintain and store PPE correctly; keep work area safe and tidy.
• Complete all mandatory H&S training and refreshers on time.
• Participate in toolbox talks, safety briefings and H&S Committee activity as required.