HGV Class 2 Driver - Foodservice

Fresh Direct; Reading; On-site; GBP 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Fresh Direct is recruiting for an HGV Class 2 Driver in Reading, offering a competitive salary, exceptional benefits, and opportunities for career progression. As one of the UK's largest foodservice suppliers, we aim to support our drivers with a comprehensive training program and ensure they feel valued in their role.

Benefits

Wagestream – early access to salary

Option to purchase additional annual leave

24/7 GP appointments and health services

Life assurance

Sysco Perks for discounts

Discounted products

Qualifications

• Valid HGV Class 2 license.
• Friendly and ready to learn.
• Excited about career progression.

Responsibilities

• Deliver to various establishments including hospitals and schools.
• Participate in training and development opportunities.
• Ensure punctuality and safety during delivery.

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HGV Class 2 Driver - Foodservice, Reading

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Client:

Fresh Direct

Location:

Reading, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Yes

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

25.06.2025

Expiry Date:

09.08.2025

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Job Description:

HGV Class 2 Driver - Foodservice

• Full-time
• Depot: Reading
• Vacancy Type: Permanent
• Department: Supply Chain and Operations (Drivers and Operatives)
• Travel: Daily commute only

Job Description

HGV Class 2 - Foodservice

£42,533 (£18.18 per hour) plus a great range of benefits

Monday - Friday with 1 in 4 Saturdays, start time varies between 04:00AM - 06:00AM.

Reading

Our training is award-winning. Our benefits are hard to beat. And our HGV Class 2 Drivers are taken great care of. Whether you’re a newly qualified Class 2 Driver who wants to develop your driving skills with full support, or an experienced HGV Driver looking for the job stability of a market leader, you’ll find it all with us in Reading.

If you’re friendly, ready to learn and excited by the chance to progress your career, we’ll provide all the training and development opportunities you need. As one of the UK’s largest food service providers, we can offer the security and scale you’re looking for – including career progression into more senior roles.

So that you feel confident in your role and route, you’ll have a thorough induction and training period, and spend time on the road with one of our expert Training Support Drivers. It’s all the benefits of a multi-drop driving role too. That means you’ll get to avoid those long distances, break up the driving and make a difference to people in hospitals, schools, care homes, restaurants and pubs that we service.

In addition to a competitive monthly salary, 31 days annual leave (inc. statutory) and company pension, you can also look forward to the following benefits:

• Wagestream – Access to an app that gives you early access to your earned salary and supports financial wellbeing
• The option to purchase additional annual leave
• Help at Hand - Access to 24/7 GP appointments, physiotherapy and a range of health and wellbeing services for you and your family
• Life assurance
• Access to Sysco Perks offering discounts across a wide range of products and services – from gym membership to your weekly supermarket shop
• The ability to purchase our products at hugely discounted prices

To enjoy the rewards of joining our supportive team, apply now.

Additional Information

At Brakes everyone is welcome. We don’t want you to ‘fit our culture’ we want you to help define it and we actively celebrate the unique talents of each and every colleague. We don’t just look at your CV, we’re more focused on who you are and your potential. As part of our values, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone has a voice, is appreciated and has the same opportunities. We work hard to ensure that everyone feels part of our business, as we care for one another and connect the world through food and trusted partnerships. Our ultimate goal is to ensure that everyone belongs and thrives at Brakes and we recognise that Brakes can only thrive when everyone feels they belong. We'll do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, speak to our resourcing team who will be happy to support you.

Brakes

Built on a passion for food and feeding the nation, we are the UK’s largest foodservice supplier. Every day Brakes deliver the highest quality fresh and frozen food and ingredients from our nationwide network of distribution centres to some of the nation’s most famous pubs and restaurants, as well as schools, caterers, care homes and hospitals. Our customers depend on us, and our 8,000-strong workforce is dedicated and proud to be part of this vital provision. And we’re growing!