Class 2 HGV Driver - Cheltenham

Cotteswold Dairy Ltd; Warmley; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

22 days annual leave

Bank holidays included

Refer-a-friend bonus up to £500

Cycle to work scheme

Discounted products & delivery options

Aviva pension scheme (4% employee, 4.5

Simply Health

Job summary

Cotteswold Dairy is seeking a dependable HGV Driver to join the Haulage team at the Cheltenham Depot. The role is Class 2 / Category C, with multi-drop deliveries of dairy products across the region in a temperature-controlled environment.

Night shifts, weekend work, and bank holidays are part of the roster. New drivers are encouraged and training and career development are provided to help you progress within the company.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence Category C essential.
• Driver CPC and Tachograph Card required.
• Physically fit and able to perform manual handling.
• Strong communication and customer-focused approach.
• Flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Newly qualified drivers welcome with training provided.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate HGV vehicles (Category C) in line with laws and tachograph rules.
• Carry out multi-drop deliveries and rotate stock as needed.
• Perform daily vehicle checks and report defects promptly.
• Load/unload goods safely using manual handling and equipment.
• Maintain health, safety and food hygiene standards.
• Work independently on the road and maintain customer relations.
• Provide cover during holidays or absence as required.

Skills

Category C license

Driver CPC

Tachograph Card

Physical fitness

Customer service

Night shifts

New driver friendly

Job description

HGV Driver Class 2 Cheltenham Depot

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 UKs 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, youll 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 Were 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 youre 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.