Trainee Class 1 Tramper in North Tawton

Location: North Tawton

Have you ever considered training to be an HGV Driver? Do you already have a provisional HGV licence or are in the process of applying for one? If yes, we want to hear from you! Due to licensing laws you must be 18 or over to apply for this vacancy.

In partnership with SP Training, we are recruiting a Trainee Class 1 Tramper Driver. The successful candidate will be onboarded to the national Level 2 Large Goods Vehicle Apprenticeship programme. This structured course will develop candidates with all the skills and knowledge required to thrive within the logistics industry.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with and completing collections and deliveries across the UK using a curtain‑sided trailer.
• Learning how to secure loads correctly using ratchet straps, with some manual handling involved, to ensure all loads are safe and compliant.
• Using a handheld PDA to complete deliveries, paperwork, and checks in an accurate and timely manner.
• Keeping in regular contact with the transport team, providing updates and asking for support whenever needed.
• Becoming comfortable with tramping duties, including nights away from home, as part of nationwide deliveries.
• Taking part in ongoing training and coaching, helping you build skills, confidence, and knowledge of industry standards and best practices.

As well as internal support through the Gregory Group, SP Training will guide you through the licence acquisition process—covering e‑learning and tests for the required Theory, Hazard Perception, and Driver CPC. The structured learning programme aims to have candidates licence ready within 3 months, with continued monthly touch‑point learning to back up competence.

Essential Skills and Qualifications

• A provisional HGV C + E licence is required for all candidates to start the programme. This requires completion of a medical assessment.
• Passionate about providing excellent customer service.
• Able to work to deadlines.
• Confident, polite, and a team player – you are the face of our business.
• Good geographical knowledge.
• Fit, flexible, hardworking, and self‑motivated.
• Applicants must be 18 or over.
• Proof of right to work in the UK with no restrictions will be required at the interview stage.

Benefits

• Competitive salary: £12.71 per hour until you have successfully passed your test. Then £35,042 per annum plus up to £5,005 per annum tax‑free night out allowance, plus an enhanced rate for weekend working.
• Shift hours: various available.
• Overtime: available.
• Benefits: additional holiday purchasing scheme, retail discounts with Circular Benefits, Retail Trust Wellbeing Support, and more.
• Career development: opportunity to develop your career within an expanding business.
• Partnership with a nationwide OFSTED approved logistics specialist training provider.
• Company benefits: excellent holiday allowance, medical reimbursement, life assurance, pension, and sickness scheme.
• Extras: Christmas savings club, Black Circle tyre discount, Cycle To Work Scheme, free uniform and paid volunteer day.
• Team culture: strong culture of teamwork.

We prefer to recruit directly but have a preferred supplier list for when we need assistance. Subject to terms and conditions.