7.5T Driver Category C1

Cotteswold Dairy; Hereford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-owned dairy company in Hereford is seeking a dependable 7.5T Driver to join their Haulage team. This role involves delivering quality dairy products on scenic and urban routes. The ideal candidate will possess a clean driving licence, a positive attitude, and a commitment to excellent service. Competitive pay and development opportunities are included, as well as night shifts and varied routes.

Benefits

Competitive salary

30 days holiday

Refer-a-friend bonus scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Discounted products

Aviva pension scheme

Health and wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Ability to adapt to varied routes and schedules.
• Experience with manual handling.
• Dependable and positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality dairy products safely and courteously.
• Maintain quality standards during deliveries.
• Handle stock rotation and product unloading.
• Work independently and manage multiple drop-offs.

Skills

Attention to detail

Physical fitness

Reliability

Education

Clean UK driving licence

Driver CPC card

Job description

About The Role

Driver - 7.5T – Join Cotteswold Dairy’s Hereford Depot

Are you a dependable, enthusiastic driver with a passion for exploring diverse routes? Cotteswold Dairy - a family-owned business with production based in Tewkesbury since 1938 - are looking for a 7.5T Driver to join our Haulage team at our Hereford Depot. With a clean LGV licence and flexibility for night shifts, weekends, and bank holidays, you’ll have the unique opportunity to deliver quality dairy products across the picturesque South Wales landscapes and into the industrial heart of vibrant English cities.

Summary

Working Shifts: Sunday PM - Saturday AM on Night Shifts

Hours: 48 hours, five shifts per week

Start Times: Most rounds commence between 1300 - 0100

As a professional Driver, you’ll represent Cotteswold Dairy by bringing our products to life for customers in both rural and urban settings. From the stunning South Wales hills to the bustling towns of Herefordshire, every route will bring a fresh perspective. This role involves intensive multi-drop rounds where you’ll handle stock rotation, product unloading, and ensure each delivery meets our high standards. You’ll work independently on the road, taking pride in your deliveries and the relationships you build with customers.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Drive safely and courteously, delivering high-quality dairy products to semi-retail customers across both scenic countryside and urban routes.
• Maintain Cotteswold Dairy’s reputation for excellent service, handling each delivery with care and precision.
• Uphold stock rotation and quality standards, ensuring accurate and timely deliveries.
• Flexibly navigate varied routes and landscapes, adapting to challenges as they arise.

Training & Development

We’re dedicated to helping you grow! Whether you’re newly qualified or experienced, you’ll benefit from our Learning & Development opportunities, including NVQ programs, practical training from our Internal Trainer, and structured support to advance your career with us.

Working Hours

• Full-time: 48 hours per week (rostered average) with a rotating schedule across seven days, including night shifts.
• Start times vary between 1300 and 0100, with a "job + finish" schedule.

What We're Looking For

• A clean UK driving licence and a driver CPC card.
• Physical fitness for an active role involving manual handling.
• A positive, reliable attitude with excellent attention to detail.
• Flexibility to take on varied routes and schedules, ready for both rural and urban challenges.

Why Choose Cotteswold Dairy?

At Cotteswold Dairy, you’re more than just a driver - you’re part of a family-owned company that values quality, teamwork, and growth. Here’s what we offer:

• Competitive pay and a supportive, friendly work environment.
• Scenic and diverse routes.
• Development opportunities and structured support to help you progress in your driving career.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with opportunities for growth and advancement.
• 30 days holiday with an additional day after 3 years of service.
• Refer-a-friend bonus scheme (up to £500).
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Discounted products and delivery options.
• Aviva pension scheme (4% employee, 4.5% employer contributions).
• Health and wellbeing support through Simply Health.

About Us

Established in 1938, Cotteswold Dairy is one of the UK’s leading independent family-owned dairies. We support local farmers and communities by delivering the freshest, finest quality products and first class customer service.

Team Cotteswold

At Cotteswold Dairy we recognise that we will achieve far greater success working as a team, with empathetic people management and valuing each other, our staff and our customers.

The aim of ‘Team Cotteswold’ is to give a disciplined and determined effort to value everyone and everything and as a consequence make the Company the first preference for employees and customers alike over the long term.

The Team Cotteswold Purpose

Being at the heart of a responsible and sustainable dairy community