Driver - Class 1 or Class 2 HGV Drivers wanted

Are you a Class 1 HGV or Class 2 Driver? We have multiple positions available to join a busy transport and logistics operation, carrying out safe deliveries and collections nationwide.

If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you: HGV Driver, LGV Driver, Multi-Drop Driver, Delivery Driver, Rigid Vehicle Driver, Heavy Goods Driver, Heavy Goods Delivery Driver, Multi-Drop Delivery Driver.

SALARY:

• Class 1: £42,000 per annum + £3,000 performance bonus (£17.30 per Hour) + Benefits
• Additional £1,000 if ADR qualified
• Class 2: £40,000 per annum + £3,000 performance bonus (£16.54 per Hour) + Benefits
• Additional £1,000 if ADR qualified

LOCATION: Harlow, Essex

JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent

JOB OVERVIEW

We have a fantastic new job opportunity for an HGV Driver to support daily delivery and collection operations across customer and company sites. As an HGV Driver, you will operate vehicles safely and professionally, maintaining compliance with drivers' hours, tachograph regulations, health and safety procedures, and company standards. The HGV Driver role offers variety, autonomy, and long-term development, with the company paying upfront for Class 1 training for Class 2 Drivers.

DUTIES

• Vehicle Operation: Safely carrying out deliveries and collections in line with road traffic legislation and best practice.
• Compliance Checks: Completing daily vehicle, trailer, and equipment checks in accordance with procedures.
• Load Security: Ensuring all loads are safe, secure, and protected using approved restraints and methods.
• Documentation Handling: Completing, retaining, and handing over delivery paperwork and proof of delivery documentation.
• Professional Representation: Maintaining a professional appearance and conduct when interacting with customers and colleagues.
• Health and Safety: Adhering to all health and safety rules, site requirements, and safe systems of work.
• Defect Reporting: Reporting vehicle defects, damage, or safety concerns promptly to management.
• Returned Goods Process: Following procedures for returned goods, including correct labelling and handling.
• Vehicle Care: Keeping vehicles clean and well maintained using approved equipment and methods.
• Regulatory Adherence: Complying with drivers' hours, working time directive, and tachograph regulations.

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

• Previous experience in commercial driving, delivery work, collections, transport, logistics, or distribution.
• A valid UK driving licence appropriate to the vehicle category, with no more than six current points.
• A current Driver Qualification Card and digital tachograph card.
• A good understanding of drivers' hours, tachograph, and working time regulations.
• Experience of loading and unloading goods, including use of tail lifts and pallet trucks.
• Ability to complete paperwork accurately and communicate effectively in English.
• A safety-focused approach with good geographical knowledge of the UK.
• Reliability, trustworthiness, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• ADR qualification would be advantageous.

BENEFITS

• £3,000 performance bonus.
• Additional £1,000 if ADR qualified for Class 1 and Class 2 Drivers.
• Class 1 training paid upfront for Class 2 Drivers.

HOW TO APPLY

To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details. CVs of Job Applicants meeting this requirement will be submitted to our Client for consideration. By submitting your job application to us, you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose.