Company HGV Driver

Heidelberg Materials Limited; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program

Private medical benefits

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials UK is seeking a safety-focused Class 2 HGV Driver to deliver products to customers across the region. The role requires daily vehicle checks, accurate transport documentation, and adherence to health and safety regulations.

Ideal candidates will hold a valid Class 2 license, Driver CPC, and a Digital Tachograph Card, with a professional, reliable, and adaptable approach. Occasional overnight stays and training may be required.

Qualifications

• Valid Class 2 (Category C) HGV license.
• Valid Driver CPC and Digital Tachograph Card.
• Strong commitment to health, safety, and compliance.
• Professional and customer-focused approach.
• Reliable, punctual, and adaptable.
• Willingness to undertake additional training, including customer-specific requirements.
• Experience operating specialist vehicles is advantageous, although training may be provided.

Responsibilities

• Deliver products safely, efficiently, and courteously to customers.
• Carry out daily vehicle checks and maintain equipment in a roadworthy condition.
• Accurately complete vehicle and transport documentation in line with legal and company requirements.
• Adhere to Health & Safety policies, Working Time Directive regulations, and Road Transport legislation.
• Ensure environmental procedures are followed regarding waste, water discharge, and dust emissions.
• Maintain excellent attendance and reliability standards.
• Operate specialist vehicles as needed (Walking Floor, Rolling Floor, Tipper, Concrete Mixer).
• Support operational requirements through flexible locations and occasional overnight stays.

Skills

Class 2 HGV Licence

Driver CPC

Digital Tachograph Card

Health & Safety compliance

Customer-focused

Job description

## Company HGV DriverApplylocations: Southamptontime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: September 11, 2026 (27 days left to apply)job requisition id: JR10018053Heidelberg Materials UK (formerly Hanson UK) is one of the UK’s largest suppliers of construction materials, employing over 4,000 people and operating around 300 manufacturing sites in the UK.We are committed to building a more sustainable future and recognise that a diverse workforce is vital to our growth and advancement. We aim to promote a culture that values openness, transparency and individual achievement.At the centre of our actions lies the responsibility for the environment. As the front runner on the path to carbon neutrality and circular economy in the building materials industry, we are working on sustainable building materials and solutions for the future. We enable new opportunities for our customers through digitalisation.**Company HGV Driver (Class 2)****Join Heidelberg Materials UK**Are you a professional Class 2 Driver looking for a stable role with a leading construction materials business? At Heidelberg Materials UK, we are seeking safety-focused, customer-oriented drivers to play a vital role in delivering our products to customers across the region.If you take pride in your driving standards, enjoy working independently, and are committed to delivering excellent service, we'd love to hear from you.**The Role**As an HGV Driver (Class 2), you will be responsible for the safe, efficient, and professional delivery of Heidelberg Materials UK products. You will represent our business on customer sites, ensuring every delivery is completed to the highest standards while maintaining full compliance with transport legislation, company procedures, and health and safety requirements.This is a varied role that offers the opportunity to operate specialist vehicles and support customers across different locations when required.**Key Responsibilities*** Deliver products safely, efficiently, and courteously to customers.* Carry out daily vehicle checks and ensure all equipment is maintained in a clean and roadworthy condition.* Accurately complete vehicle and transport documentation in line with legal and company requirements.* Adhere to all Health & Safety policies, Working Time Directive regulations, and Road Transport legislation.* Ensure environmental procedures are followed regarding waste disposal, 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 where customer demand requires.* Undertake additional training and compliance checks to meet customer and operational requirements.* Follow site safety rules and procedures at all times.**What We're Looking For*** 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, although training may be provided.**Why Join Heidelberg Materials UK?**At Heidelberg Materials UK, safety, teamwork, and customer service are at the heart of everything we do. We invest in our people, provide ongoing training and development, and offer the opportunity to build a long-term career with one of the UK's leading construction materials companies.**Apply Today**If you're a dedicated Class 2 Driver who takes pride in delivering exceptional service while maintaining the highest safety standards, we want to hear from you.**Join Heidelberg Materials UK and help keep the country moving, one delivery at a time.**At Heidelberg Materials UK (previously known as Hanson UK) we strive to create an inclusive and respectful workplace where every individual can bring their unique skills and background to contribute to the success of our business.### About usAt Heidelberg Materials UK (previously known as Hanson UK), we understand that a diverse workforce is key to our growth and development, and we aim to foster a culture that values openness, transparency, and individual achievement.As part of our commitment to promoting diversity, we are actively working to encourage more individuals to consider careers within the construction industry.We believe in building a workplace that is dedicated to promoting inclusivity and diversity.If you're interested in joining our team, we encourage you to apply, even if your experience or skill set doesn't perfectly align with the job description. Creating a candidate home page is optional, when asked, but you can use this to quickly see the progress of your application(s).You may still be the right fit for this or other roles within our company.Heidelberg Materials is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process. For quick access to screen reading technology compatible with this site click here to download a free compatible screen reader (free step by step tutorial can be found here). Please contact [e-mail] for additional information or to request accommodations.We understand that women may face unique challenges in their careers, and we are committed to providing a supportive environment to help you thrive.Our family-friendly policies, such as enhanced maternity and parental leave, neonatal care, and adoption support, will provide you with the flexibility and support you need to balance your personal and professional commitments.We also offer a range of benefits, such as access to our Employee Assistance Program, trained mental health first aiders, discounted private medical benefits and much more, to ensure your wellbeing is prioritized.