HGV Driver

New Appointments Group; Cranbrook; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

New Appointments Group in Cranbrook is recruiting an experienced HGV/LGV Driver to join a busy transport and logistics operation. This varied role covers local and long-distance deliveries, vehicle checks, loading/unloading, and ensuring goods are transported safely and efficiently.

You will work both independently and as part of a team, with evening and weekend work as required. A valid UK HGV/LGV licence and experience with large vehicles are essential, along with knowledge of the Highway Code.

Qualifications

• A valid UK HGV/LGV driving licence appropriate to the vehicles being driven.
• Previous experience driving vehicles over 7.5 tonnes.
• Experience with rigid and/or articulated vehicles.
• A good understanding of UK road safety legislation and the Highway Code.
• Experience completing vehicle defect checks and tachograph records.
• Good knowledge of load security and safe loading practices.
• Good communication skills and a professional approach when dealing with customers and suppliers.
• Basic mechanical knowledge and practical vehicle experience.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A reliable, flexible and safety-conscious approach.
• Good organisational skills and the ability to manage delivery schedules effectively.
• A clean UK driving licence would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Driving commercial vehicles including rigid vehicles, articulated lorries and trailers, as appropriate to your licence.
• Completing daily vehicle checks and reporting any defects immediately.
• Safely loading, unloading and securing goods.
• Completing local and long-distance deliveries and collections.
• Planning routes and driver breaks in conjunction with the transport team.
• Liaising professionally with customers and suppliers regarding delivery times.
• Completing all delivery paperwork, logbooks and tachograph records accurately.
• Monitoring traffic conditions and adapting routes where necessary.
• Carrying out basic vehicle checks, including oil, tyres and brakes.
• Following all relevant road safety requirements and the UK Highway Code.
• Working safely in a range of conditions, including busy traffic, poor weather and night driving.
• Following required hygiene and biosecurity procedures.
• Carrying out depot duties when driving work is not available.
• Supporting the training of new members of the team where required.
• Attending relevant training as necessary.
• Following all Health & Safety, hygiene and company procedures at all times.
• Assisting with other operational duties when required.

Skills

Valid UK HGV Licence

7.5t+ driving experience

Rigid/Articulated vehicles

Road safety knowledge

Vehicle defect checks

Load security knowledge

Customer communication

Basic mechanical knowledge

Independent and team work

Reliability and safety focus

Delivery scheduling

Clean UK licence advantageous

Job description

HGV / LGV Driver

Salary: Competitive

Hours: Full-time, with evening and weekend work as required

Location: Cranbrook

We are currently recruiting for an experienced HGV / LGV Driver to join a busy transport and logistics operation. This is a varied role involving local and long-distance deliveries, vehicle checks, loading and unloading, and ensuring goods are transported safely and efficiently.

You will work both independently and as part of a team, so we are looking for a reliable, self-motivated and safety-conscious driver who takes pride in completing deliveries on time and maintaining high standards.

The Role

• Driving commercial vehicles including rigid vehicles, articulated lorries and trailers, as appropriate to your licence.
• Completing daily vehicle checks and reporting any defects immediately.
• Safely loading, unloading and securing goods.
• Completing local and long-distance deliveries and collections.
• Planning routes and driver breaks in conjunction with the transport team.
• Liaising professionally with customers and suppliers regarding delivery times.
• Completing all delivery paperwork, logbooks and tachograph records accurately.
• Monitoring traffic conditions and adapting routes where necessary.
• Carrying out basic vehicle checks, including oil, tyres and brakes.
• Following all relevant road safety requirements and the UK Highway Code.
• Working safely in a range of conditions, including busy traffic, poor weather and night driving.
• Following required hygiene and biosecurity procedures.
• Carrying out depot duties when driving work is not available.
• Supporting the training of new members of the team where required.
• Attending relevant training as necessary.
• Following all Health & Safety, hygiene and company procedures at all times.
• Assisting with other operational duties when required.

About You

• A valid UK HGV/LGV driving licence appropriate to the vehicles being driven.
• Previous experience driving vehicles over 7.5 tonnes.
• Experience with rigid and/or articulated vehicles.
• A good understanding of UK road safety legislation and the Highway Code.
• Experience completing vehicle defect checks and tachograph records.
• Good knowledge of load security and safe loading practices.
• Good communication skills and a professional approach when dealing with customers and suppliers.
• Basic mechanical knowledge and practical vehicle experience.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A reliable, flexible and safety-conscious approach.
• Good organisational skills and the ability to manage delivery schedules effectively.
• A clean UK driving licence would be advantageous.

Additional Information

The role may involve long-distance driving, nights away from home, evening and weekend cover, and manual handling of goods. Flexibility is therefore important.

When driving duties are not available, you will be expected to assist with general depot and operational duties.

Successful applicants will require Counter Terrorism Clearance (CTC). The successful applicant will be subject to Disclosure checks through the Disclosure and Barring Service.

This role is not open to applications from those who will require sponsorship under the points-based system. Should you apply for this role and be found to require sponsorship, your application will be rejected, and any provisional offer withdrawn.