HGV 2 Driver

Leader Online Limited; Preston; Hybrid; GBP 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

22 days holiday + bank holidays

Death in Service benefit

Pension scheme (salary sacrifice)

Cycle-to-work scheme

Staff discounts

Job summary

Leader Online is seeking an HGV Class 2 Driver to transport goods across UK routes, ensuring safety, regulatory compliance and timely deliveries. You will perform vehicle inspections, manage loads securely and communicate effectively with clients while upholding company values.

The role requires a valid HGV 2 licence, tachograph experience, and strong knowledge of UK roads. Long hours and overnight trips may be required; DBS check is noted for safety.

Qualifications

• Valid HGV Class 2 licence is required.
• Digital Tachograph Card is required.
• Excellent knowledge of UK road networks is essential.
• Excellent driving skills and road safety awareness.
• Basic mechanical skills for vehicle checks and minor repairs.

Responsibilities

• Operate HGVs (Class 2) to transport goods to destinations.
• Ensure timely and safe delivery as per schedule; follow routes and schedules.
• Adhere to regulatory driving times and breaks; use tachograph and driving apps.
• Carry out pre-/post-trip vehicle inspections; report issues daily.
• Load, secure, and unload goods safely; maintain load stability and security.
• Interact professionally with clients and other road users; maintain records.

Skills

HGV Class 2 licence

Digital Tachograph Card

UK road network knowledge

Road safety awareness

Basic mechanical skills

Strong communication skills

Independent work

Punctuality

Team player

Long-distance driving

Job description

Reporting directly to the Transport Manager or Depot Team Leader, as an HGV 2 Driver you will be responsible for the safe transportation of goods from one location to another. The role involves long‑distance driving, strict adherence to road safety regulations, and the timely delivery of cargo, while upholding our values of Teamwork, Care, Customer Centricity, Respect, and Integrity in every journey. This position requires a valid HGV 2 licence and sound knowledge of vehicle maintenance.

At Leader Online, we are guided by our values of Teamwork, Care, Customer Centricity, Respect, and Integrity. We are looking for someone who shares these values and can demonstrate them in their daily work.

Please note that this role requires a basic DBS check as part of our commitment to safety and responsibility.

Key responsibilities

• Operative HGVs (Class 2) to transport goods to various destinations.
• Ensure timely and safe delivery of goods as per the schedule
• Follow designated routes and schedules
• Always drive the vehicle in line with all statutory and legislative regulations
• Adhere to all road safety and traffic regulations, including telematics and driving rules.
• Conduct pre‑trip and post‑trip vehicle inspections to ensure roadworthiness
• Comply with all UK and EU driving regulations and the Working Time Directive and ensure that breaks are taken
• Use Tacho and ensure all driving rules are followed and adhered to.
• Use the driving App to ensure compliance to all required driving standards.
• Ensure Health and Safety of yourself and others by carrying out all activities in a manner that promotes safety to yourself and your colleagues
• Ensure that goods are loaded, secured and uploaded safely
• Use phones for work matters only as and when legally able and safe to do so
• Perform basic vehicle maintenance and report any mechanical issues, defects or delivery problems daily in a timely fashion
• Ensure the vehicle is clean and presentable and do not smoke in vehicles.
• Ensure load stability, security and protection at all times
• Report potential risks, problems, or product defects immediately to your Team Leader
• Maintain accurate records of deliveries, mileage and vehicle maintenance.
• Complete delivery paperwork and obtain necessary signatures
• Interact professionally and courteously with clients, customers, road users and pedestrians
• Handle vehicles and loads with care and ensure secure loading and unloading to avoid any possible damages
• Using all equipment respectfully, safely and as trained
• Supporting all other areas of the business as and when required including drivers and the warehouse
• Participate actively in continuous process improvement projects, seek ways to develop and maximise vehicle fill, load securing and to support and improve customer service levels
• Ensure all business and individual key performance indicators are met
• Contribute actively to achieving departmental service level and targets
• Be a Leader ambassador to all customers and the public with impeccable driving and operating of your vehicle

Company objectives

• Supporting all other areas of the business as and when required including drivers and the warehouse
• Participate actively in continuous process improvement projects, seek ways to develop and maximise vehicle fill, load securing and to support and improve customer service levels
• Ensure all business and individual key performance indicators are met
• Contribute actively to achieving departmental service level and targets
• Be a Leader ambassador to all customers and the public with impeccable driving and operating of your vehicle

Key requirements

• Valid HGV Class 2 licence
• Digital Tachograph Card
• Excellent knowledge of UK road networks
• Excellent driving skills and road safety awareness
• Basic mechanical skills for vehicle checks and minor repairs
• Strong communications skills
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively
• Reliable and punctual with a strong sense of responsibility
• Excellent team player with a “can-do” attitude
• Experience in long-distance driving and knowledge of load securing techniques

Working conditions

• Long hours and overnight trips may be required
• Variable weather conditions
• Physical demands include loading and unloading goods
• Shift patterns may include early morning, evenings, weekend and public holidays.

Valid UK driving licence appropriate for the vehicle type (e.g., Category B for cars, Category C for lorries).

Hold a clean driving record.

Excellent knowledge of UK road networks and traffic laws and familiarity with using GPS and other navigation tools.

Basic mechanical skills for vehicle checks and minor repairs.

Strong communication skills.

Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.

Reliable and punctual with a strong sense of responsibility.

Flexibility working an average of 45 hrs per week

What we offer

• Opportunity to shape and lead governance processes in a fast‑growth business
• A supportive environment where your expertise will make a real impact
• A culture that values your professional growth and personal wellbeing
• Generous Holiday Allowance
  Enjoy 22 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays, with the flexibility to tailor your time off:
• Buy up to 3 extra days of holiday
• Or sell back up to 2 days to suit your needs
• We believe in a healthy work‑life balance that works for you.
• Length of Service holiday awards: 1 extra day for every 3 years service;
• Death in Service benefit (3x annual salary).
• Salary sacrifice pension scheme with employer contributions of 3% in line with current statutory requirements;
• Salary sacrifice Cycle‑to‑work scheme;
• Staff discounts on the Leader product range;
• Subsidised gym membership;
• Your Wellbeing Matters
  We care about our team’s mental and emotional health. That’s why we offer:
• Access to Able Futures, a confidential government‑backed service providing practical support for mental wellbeing at work.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) – 24/7 access to professional wellbeing advice, counselling, and guidance to help you thrive inside and outside of work.
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Salary £16 per hour