Hgv Class 1 Driver

Andrews Recruitment Group; Great Yarmouth; In loco; GBP 32.000 - 42.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Bonus scheme

Enhanced holiday entitlement

Contributory pension

Employee discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Training and development opportunities

Long-term career progression

Descrizione del lavoro

Andrews Recruitment Group is seeking two HGV Class 1 Drivers for a permanent role with a busy ready-mix concrete operation in Norwich, Norfolk. You will deliver to commercial and residential sites, interact with customers, and work to safety and schedule requirements across the region.

We welcome candidates with a valid HGV Class 1 license, CPC/DQC, Tachograph card, and proven driving experience. Overtime and out-of-hours work may be required; a competitive package with bonus and benefits is

Competenze

• "Essential Requirements" include Valid HGV Class 1 (Category C+E) 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 health & safety awareness on vehicle and site
• Good communication and customer service skills
• Ability to work independently and manage daily responsibilities
• Flexibility for overtime/out-of-hours work

Mansioni

• Deliver ready-mix concrete safely to commercial and residential sites
• Operate heavy goods vehicles per road transport regulations
• Carry out daily vehicle checks and report defects
• Follow delivery schedules and transport team instructions
• Communicate with customers and site personnel during deliveries
• Ensure loads are transported safely and legally; complete delivery paperwork
• Adhere to site health & safety procedures; maintain vehicle cleanliness
• Work with Transport Manager and operations teams; represent the business professionally

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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.