HGV Class C ADR Driver

Edge Recruits; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

OTE £40k+ baseline

Excellent benefits package

Minimum 30 days leave

Private healthcare

Company pension scheme

Life assurance

Job summary

Edge Recruits is assisting a leading UK fuel distributor in Plymouth to recruit an experienced HGV Class C ADR Driver. You will operate company vehicles safely, load and discharge fuel, and ensure compliance with ADR, tachograph, and safety policies.

The role is full-time and permanent with a Monday–Friday pattern, plus additional hours during peak periods. Attractive benefits include private healthcare, pension, life assurance, and generous annual leave.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and customer service skills required.
• Flexibility to work increased hours during peak periods.
• Knowledge of health and safety standards and vehicle maintenance procedures.

Responsibilities

• Drive company vehicles safely and courteously, following all legislation and company guidelines.
• Ensure vehicles are maintained in a safe and legal condition.
• Report any accidents or incidents promptly.
• Manage challenging delivery conditions and report unsafe sites.
• Load and discharge fuel in line with company policy and procedures.
• Load from terminals and take fuel samples at terminal and site.
• Obtain customer signatures before delivery commencement.

Skills

Customer service

Safety awareness

Education

HGV Class C licence

ADR Class 3 & Tanks certification

Driver Qualification Card

Digital Tachograph Card

Clean driving licence

Job description

HGV Class C ADR Driver - Fuel Distribution

Location: Plymouth
Salary: OTE £40,000+ per annum
Job Type: Full-time | Permanent

Join One of the UK's Leading Fuel Distributors

Are you an experienced HGV Class C ADR Driver looking for a secure and rewarding role? Our client, one of the UK's leading distributors of land fuel products, is seeking a professional driver to join their team in Plymouth.If you're searching for a job and want excellent pay, benefits, and stability, this is the opportunity for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive company vehicles safely and courteously, following all legislation and company guidelines.
• Ensure vehicles are maintained in a safe and legal condition.
• Report any accidents or incidents promptly.
• Manage challenging delivery conditions and report unsafe sites.
• Monday to Friday (increases to 6 days pw during Summer and Winter - Peak times)
• Load and discharge fuel in line with company policy and procedures.
• Load from terminals and take fuel samples at terminal and site.
• Obtain customer signatures before delivery commencement.

Requirements

• HGV Class C driving licence
• ADR Class 3 & Tanks certification
• Driver Qualification Card
• Digital Tachograph Card
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Commitment to health and safety standards
• Clean driving licence (desirable)
• Experience with hazardous liquid products and terminal loading (desirable)
• Flexibility to work increased hours during peak periods
• Willingness to work at alternative depot locations when required

Benefits

• OTE £40k+ with potential to earn more
• Excellent benefits package
• Minimum 30 days leave (including bank holidays)
• Private healthcare
• Company pension scheme
• Life assurance