Class 2 HGV Driver — Safe Deliveries & Training

Heidelberg Materials UK; Reading; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials UK is hiring a Class 2 HGV driver to safely deliver products across the region. The role emphasizes staying compliant with transport laws, maintaining high safety and service standards, and representing the company on customer sites.

The driver will operate various specialist vehicles, complete required paperwork, and may occasionally travel overnight to meet customer demand. A CPC, tachograph card and commitment to safety are essential.

Qualifications

• Valid Class 2 (Category C) HGV licence.
• Valid Driver CPC and Digital Tachograph Card.
• Strong commitment to health, safety and compliance.
• Professional and customer-focused approach.
• Reliable, punctual and adaptable.
• Ability to work flexibly, including occasional overnight stays away from home.
• Willingness to undertake additional training, including customer-specific requirements and background checks where necessary.
• Experience operating specialist vehicles is advantageous, training may be provided.

Responsibilities

• Deliver products safely, efficiently and courteously to customers.
• Carry out daily vehicle checks and ensure equipment is maintained in a roadworthy condition.
• Accurately complete vehicle and transport documentation in line with legal and company requirements.
• Adhere to Health & Safety policies and Working Time Directive regulations.
• Ensure environmental procedures are followed regarding waste, water discharge, and dust emissions.
• Maintain excellent attendance and reliability standards.
• Operate specialist vehicles, including Walking Floor, Rolling Floor, Tipper, Concrete Mixer.
• Support operational requirements through flexibility in working locations and occasional overnight stays when required.
• Undertake additional training and compliance checks to meet customer and operational requirements.
• Follow site safety rules and procedures at all times.

Skills

Health & safety awareness

Customer service

Reliability

Flexibility

Tools

Digital Tachograph Card

Driver CPC

Job description

Heidelberg Materials UK is hiring a Class 2 HGV driver to safely deliver products across the region. The role emphasizes staying compliant with transport laws, maintaining high safety and service standards, and representing the company on customer sites.

The driver will operate various specialist vehicles, complete required paperwork, and may occasionally travel overnight to meet customer demand. A CPC, tachograph card and commitment to safety are essential.