HGV Class 1 Driver

Andrews Recruitment Group; Aylsham; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Enhanced holiday entitlement

Contributory pension scheme

Employee rewards and retail discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Training and development opportunities

Long-term career progression

Permanent employment with an establish

building materials business

Job summary

Andrews Recruitment Group is seeking two HGV Class 1 Drivers for a permanent role in Norwich, delivering ready-mix concrete across Norfolk. This opportunity suits drivers who enjoy local deliveries, independence, and direct customer interaction on construction sites.

You will ensure safe, efficient deliveries, adhere to road transport regulations, perform vehicle checks, and maintain professional site communications.

Qualifications

• Valid HGV Class 1 (Category C+E) licence.
• Valid Driver CPC / DQC qualification.
• Valid Digital Tachograph Card.
• Previous professional HGV driving experience.
• Knowledge of drivers' hours and road transport rules.
• Strong vehicle and site safety awareness.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and handle daily responsibilities.
• Willingness to work overtime and out-of-hours.
• Desirable: ready-mix concrete driving experience.

Responsibilities

• Deliver ready-mix concrete to sites safely.
• Operate heavy goods vehicles per regs.
• Carry out daily vehicle checks and report defects.
• Follow delivery schedules from transport team.
• Communicate with customers and site staff during deliveries.
• Ensure loads are transported safely and legally.
• Complete delivery paperwork and record load details.
• Follow site safety procedures.
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness and presentation.
• Work with Transport Manager and teams.
• Represent the business professionally at sites.
• Support overtime and out-of-hours when needed.

Job description

HGV Class 1 Driver

Location: Norwich, Norfolk
Salary: Competitive Salary + Bonus + Benefits
Hours: 48 Hours per Week
Contract: Permanent
Vacancies: 2

Are you an experienced HGV Class 1 Driver looking for a permanent position with a well-established business in the construction and building materials industry?

We're recruiting two HGV Class 1 Drivers to join a busy ready-mix concrete operation based in Norwich, Norfolk.

This is an excellent opportunity for drivers who enjoy local delivery work, working independently and dealing directly with customers on construction sites.

You'll be responsible for delivering ready-mix concrete to commercial and residential construction projects across Norfolk, ensuring deliveries are completed safely, efficiently and professionally.

Previous concrete mixer experience would be advantageous, but it's not essential. We're also interested in speaking with experienced HGV drivers from other sectors who are looking to move into the construction materials industry.

The Role

As an HGV Class 1 Driver, you'll support the daily delivery of ready-mix concrete to construction sites and customer locations throughout the region.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Delivering ready-mix concrete safely to commercial and residential construction sites.
• Operating heavy goods vehicles in accordance with road transport regulations.
• Carrying out daily vehicle checks and reporting defects.
• Following delivery schedules and instructions from the transport team.
• Communicating with customers and site personnel during deliveries.
• Ensuring loads are transported safely and legally.
• Completing delivery paperwork and accurately recording load details.
• Following site-specific health and safety procedures.
• Maintaining high standards of vehicle cleanliness and presentation.
• Working closely with the Transport Manager and operational teams.
• Representing the business professionally when visiting customer sites.
• Supporting overtime and out-of-hours requirements when needed.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for reliable, safety-conscious HGV Class 1 Drivers who take pride in their work and are comfortable delivering to a variety of customer locations.

Essential Requirements:

• Valid HGV Class 1 (Category C+E) driving licence.
• Valid Driver CPC / DQC qualification.
• Valid Digital Tachograph Card.
• Previous professional HGV driving experience.
• Good understanding of drivers' hours and road transport regulations.
• Strong awareness of vehicle and site health and safety.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage daily responsibilities.
• Flexibility to work overtime and occasional out-of-hours requirements.

Desirable Experience:

• Previous ready-mix concrete mixer driving experience.
• Experience delivering to construction sites.
• Background in aggregates, concrete, building materials or construction logistics.
• Experience operating specialist HGV delivery vehicles.

Previous ready-mix concrete experience is not essential, provided you have the required driving qualifications and a willingness to learn.

Salary & Benefits

This permanent HGV Class 1 Driver position offers a competitive salary alongside a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Bonus scheme
• Enhanced holiday entitlement
• Contributory pension scheme
• Employee rewards and retail discounts
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Training and development opportunities
• Long-term career progression
• Permanent employment with an established building materials business

Location

The role is based in Norwich, Norfolk, with deliveries throughout the surrounding region.

We welcome applications from drivers based in Norwich, Wymondham, Spixworth, Aylsham, Dereham, North Walsham, Loddon, Beccles, Great Yarmouth and surrounding areas.