HGV Driver (Bagged Feed)
Join Our Team as an HGV Driver
We’re looking for reliable and professional HGV Drivers to join our transport team. If you hold a Class 1 or 2 licence and want to be part of a business that values safety, service, and teamwork, we’d love to hear from you.
About The Role
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full-time
Hours of Work: 45 Hours per week, working 4 days
Join our team delivering loose animal feed using rigid & artic curtain side vehicles, using vehicle mounted forklifts. You’ll be responsible for operating the bulk-blown system to transfer feed directly into on-farm storage, ensuring safe and accurate deliveries. Ideal for drivers who enjoy precision work and direct farm interaction, with a focus on safety and attention to detail.
Key responsibilities include
- Operate curtain sider lorries with demountable forklift
- Deliver bagged feed to farms and retail locations
- Practising defensive driving and adhering to road transport legislation
- Maintaining vehicle cleanliness and completing daily checks
- Handling delivery paperwork and customer interactions professionally
- Supporting operational efficiency and minimising waste
- Using onboard systems and digital logs accurately
- Requires attention to detail and strong Health & Safety awareness
About You
- A valid Class 1 or Class 2 licence
- Driver CPC and digital tachograph card
- Strong communication and time management skills
- A professional, courteous, and safety-conscious approach
- Flexibility to work various shifts including early, late, and tramping
- A proactive mindset and ability to work independently and as part of a team
What We Offer
💰 Competitive rates of pay 🕒 Overtime Pay: £21.75 per hour after 45 hours per week 🏦 Double Time: £29.00 per hour on Sundays and Bank Holidays 📆 Work Schedule: 4-day week rota with overtime available 🔄 Part-time positions available 🎓 Paid Driver CPC, licence medical fees, forklift licence, and HGV licence upgrades 🚛 Modern vehicles including Class 1 and 8x2 rear steer rigids
📈 Scottish Widows contributory pension – company will match up to 5% 🛍️ Up to 25% colleague discount in store 🚗 Free parking on site 🌴 20 days of annual leave, pro-rated for part-time roles 📚 Excellent training and development opportunities 🪜 Plenty of career progression opportunities 👨👩👧👦 Life Assurance 🗣️ Employee Assistance Programme with Retail Trust 🎁 Comprehensive colleague benefits 🚼 Enhanced Family Leave Policies
We may close this vacancy early if we find the right candidate, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.