Class 2 HGV Driver Category C

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

Job summary

A leading independent dairy in Cheltenham is seeking a motivated HGV Driver to deliver fresh dairy products across the region. Responsibilities include operating HGV vehicles safely, multi-drop deliveries, and maintaining strong customer service. This role offers career progression and full training for newly qualified drivers. Competitive salary, overtime opportunities, and benefits like holiday and pension scheme included.

Benefits

Competitive salary

22 days’ holiday plus bank holidays

Refer-a-friend bonus scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Discounted products

Aviva pension scheme

Health and wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Full driving licence essential and capable of driving HGV vehicles.
• Physically fit for manual handling tasks.
• Flexibility for night shifts, weekends, and bank holidays.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate HGV vehicles in compliance with UK driving laws.
• Complete multi-drop deliveries maintaining product quality.
• Carry out daily vehicle checks, reporting any defects.
• Follow health & safety, food hygiene, and security procedures.

Skills

Full UK driving licence – Category C

Driver CPC

Digital Tachograph Card

Strong communication skills

Customer-first attitude

Ability to undertake manual handling

Job description

About The Role

Location: Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
Department: Haulage
Hours: 48 hours per week (average roster), 5 shifts per week, night shifts (start times typically 23:00 – 02:00)

Cotteswold Dairy, one of the UK’s leading independent family‑owned dairies, is seeking a dependable and motivated HGV Driver to join our Haulage team at the busy Cheltenham Depot. This is a Class 2 / Category C position, but we welcome and support new pass drivers who are keen to build their career in professional HGV driving.

The Role – HGV Driver (Class 2)

As an HGV Driver, you will be at the forefront of our distribution operation, delivering fresh dairy products and associated goods to retail customers across the region. Operating in a multi‑drop, temperature‑controlled environment, you’ll ensure each delivery is made safely, accurately, and on time, providing excellent customer service while representing Cotteswold Dairy on the road.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely operate HGV vehicles (Category C) in compliance with UK driving laws, Driver CPC, and tachograph regulations.
• Complete multi‑drop deliveries, ensuring stock rotation and maintaining product quality.
• Carry out daily vehicle checks and promptly report any defects.
• Load and unload products safely, including manual handling and use of handling equipment.
• Follow all health & safety, food hygiene, and security procedures.
• Work independently on the road while maintaining strong customer relationships.
• Provide cover for colleagues during holidays or absences as required.

What We’re Looking For

• Full UK driving licence – Category C essential.
• Driver CPC and Digital Tachograph Card.
• Physically fit and able to undertake manual handling.
• Strong communication skills and a customer‑first attitude.
• Flexibility to work night shifts, weekends, and bank holidays.
• Newly qualified drivers encouraged to apply – full training and career development provided.

Progression Opportunities

We actively encourage career progression. Development routes include:

• Relief / run‑out driver
• Upskilling to Class 1 / Category CE at our Tewkesbury site.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with opportunities for overtime and progression.
• 22 days’ holiday plus bank holidays, increasing 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.

If you’re an experienced HGV Driver or a newly qualified Class 2 driver looking for the next step, join our friendly and professional Cheltenham team and help us deliver high‑quality dairy products to our customers across the region in a multi‑drop, temperature‑controlled role.