BURY ST EDMUNDS: Class 2 HGV Driver

Howarth Timber Group; Bury St Edmunds; Remote; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

31 days holiday incl. bank holidays

Cycle to Work scheme

Contributory pension scheme

Company sick pay

Enhanced maternity/paternity pay

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Howarth Timber Group in Bury St Edmunds is seeking an HGV Class 2 Driver to deliver timber and building materials to trades and retailers. You will complete paperwork, maintain safety standards and provide professional customer service on every delivery.

The role requires a valid HGV Class 2 licence with CPC, be 21 or older, and have at least 12 months of driving experience with tachograph responsibilities. Full-time, Monday to Friday with occasional Saturdays.

Qualifications

• HGV Class 2 driving licence with Driver Qualification Card/Driver CPC.
• Aged 21+ (insurance requirement).
• 12 months+ HGV driving experience, including 90 days tachograph in last 180 days.

Responsibilities

• Load, secure and deliver goods safely and professionally.
• Complete paperwork at delivery/collection.
• Operate in line with training and company policies.

Skills

HGV Driving

Multi-drop Deliveries

Safety Awareness

Digi Tachograph Card

Job description

Take the wheel as an HGV Class 2 Driver at our Bury St Edmunds branch and play a key part in delivering the timber and building materials our customers rely on. You’ll make safe, timely multi-drop deliveries to trade and retail customers while providing the friendly, professional service that sets Howarth Timber apart.

About Howarth Timber & Building Supplies

Established in 1840, Howarth Timber Group is the UK’s largest privately owned timber company. From our family‑owned roots, we have grown into a nationwide business employing more than 1,000 people across the Group, with 37 merchant branches serving over 50,000 customers.

Our knowledgeable local teams, commitment to excellent customer service and investment in training and development are central to our success.

Key responsibilities

• Load, secure and deliver all goods safely and professionally.
• Complete all required paperwork accurately at the point of delivery or collection.
• Operate in accordance with training and Howarth Timber Group policies and procedures.
• Comply with health and safety legislation, company policies and procedures, drivers’ hours rules and road transport regulations.
• Ensure the delivery vehicle is roadworthy and complete and record daily vehicle walk‑around checks.
• Provide a helpful, professional service to customers at every delivery point.

What you’ll need

• A minimum Class 2 HGV driving licence (ideally clean) with Driver Qualification Card/Driver CPC.
• Aged 21+ (insurance requirement)
• Zero endorsements preferred; any endorsements must be stated at application stage.
• A minimum 12 months’ HGV driving experience ideally including 90 days tachograph recorded driving in the last 180 days, with current/working Digi/tacho card.
• Have a positive approach to Health & Safety.
• Good understanding of Driver Hours & WTD Regulations.
• Excellent driving skills.
• Experience of multidrop deliveries.
• Ideally experienced and hold a current accredited certificate in the safe operation of Lorry Mounted Loaders (including remote).
• Forklift Truck experience beneficial, although training will be provided for the right candidate.
• Knowledge of local area and experience of working within a Builders Merchant would be beneficial.
• Availability to work full‑time: Monday to Friday inclusive plus occasional Saturday mornings.

What we offer

Proud to have been officially recognised in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2026!

As a family‑owned business, we want our colleagues to feel valued and supported. Our benefits include:

• Competitive salary, dependent on experience.
• 31 days’ holiday, including bank holidays.
• The option to buy up to five additional days’ annual leave or sell up to three days each year.
• Colleague referral bonus scheme: receive a £500 bonus when someone you refer for an HGV Driver role successfully completes their probationary period. Terms and conditions apply.
• Length‑of‑service awards.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Contributory pension scheme.
• Company sick pay.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay.
• Employee Assistance Programme, including a 24/7 helpline, remote GP appointments and counselling, legal, debt and life‑management support.
• Benefits Hub offering discounts on gift cards, travel, cinema tickets and more.
• Generous colleague discount at our merchant branches.
• Excellent training and development opportunities.