HGV Driver

Job Advert; Bedford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

OA is recruiting an experienced HGV Driver for Bedford to support the delivery and collection of furniture and goods across the UK. Expect 1–5 deliveries per day, with a 40-hour week and early start times from 06:00.

You will hold a valid HGV Class 1 (C+E) licence with CPC and Tachograph Card, and demonstrate excellent customer service and a professional, reliable approach when dealing with clients. Overtime weekend work is paid at double rates where required.

Qualifications

• Valid HGV Class 1 (C+E) licence and CPC with Tachograph Card.
• Proven HGV driving experience, ideally long-distance deliveries.
• Excellent customer service and clear communication.

Responsibilities

• Deliver furniture and goods to UK sites, 1–5 drops daily.
• Load, secure, and unload goods safely.
• Provide professional customer service at delivery locations.
• Complete occasional collections and paperwork accurately.
• Perform daily vehicle safety checks.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Reliability

Independence

Education

HGV Class 1 (C+E) licence

CPC & Digital Tachograph Card

Job description

Role: HGV Driver

Location: Bedford

Hours: Monday to Friday, 06:00am til finish - 40 hour week

Salary: £19.23 an hour, weekly pay (+ performance bonus of £600 a quarter)

Overtime available on weekend (occasionally) - paid at double

Immediate Start Available - Temporary to Permanent opportunity

OA are currently working with a well established client based in Bedford, currently looking to recruit for an experienced, HGVDriver to support the delivery and collection of products across the UK.

Duties of a HGV Driver:

• Safely operate an HGV to deliver furniture and goods to commercial client sites across the UK, with typically 1-5 deliveries per day depending on location and route.
• Load, secure, transport and unload goods safely, ensuring products arrive in excellent condition and on schedule.
• Provide professional customer service at delivery locations, communicating clearly and courteously with clients and representing the company positively.
• Complete occasional collections from suppliers, clients or other locations as required, ensuring all relevant paperwork and delivery documentation is completed accurately.
• Carry out daily vehicle checks and comply with all relevant driving, vehicle, health & safety and transport regulations.

What we would like from you:

• Valid HGV Class 1 (C+E) licence, CPC and Digital Tachograph Card, with a good driving record.
• Previous HGV driving experience, ideally involving long-distance / nationwide deliveries and commercial customer sites.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills, with a professional, reliable and courteous approach when dealing with clients.
• Strong understanding of safe loading, securing and handling of goods, with good attention to detail.
• Reliable, organised and comfortable working independently, managing longer journeys and varying delivery schedules with a "get the job done" attitude.