HGV Driver (Bagged Feed)

Mole Valley Farmers; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension match

Discount in store

Free parking

20 days annual leave

Training and progression

Life Assurance

Employee assistance programme

Veterans benefits

Job summary

Mole Valley Farmers is seeking reliable HGV Drivers to join our transport team in Bridgwater. You will operate curtain sider vehicles, deliver feed to farms and retail locations, and maintain a high standard of safety and accuracy.

The role requires a Class 1 or 2 licence, Driver CPC, and strong communication and time management skills. We offer a permanent, full-time contract with a 4-day week and 45 hours per week.

Qualifications

• A valid Class 1 or Class 2 licence.
• Driver CPC and digital tachograph card must be held.
• Strong communication and time management skills.
• Professional, courteous and safety-conscious approach.

Responsibilities

• Operate curtain sider lorries with demountable forklift.
• Deliver bagged feed to farms and retail locations.
• Practise defensive driving and follow road transport legislation.
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness and perform daily checks.
• Handle delivery paperwork and customer interactions professionally.
• Support operational efficiency and minimise waste.
• Use onboard systems and digital logs accurately.
• Attend to safety requirements and raise any concerns.

Skills

Class 1/2 licence

Driver CPC & tachograph

Communication

Time management

Teamwork/independence

Job description

Join Our Team as an HGV Driver

We’re looking for reliable and professional HGV Drivers to join our transport team. If you hold a Class 1 or 2 licence and want to be part of a business that values safety, service, and teamwork, we’d love to hear from you.

About The Role

• Contract: Permanent


• Hours: Full-time


• Hours of Work: 45 Hours per week, working 4 days

Join our team delivering loose animal feed using rigid & artic curtain side vehicles, using vehicle mounted forklifts. You’ll be responsible for operating the bulk-blown system to transfer feed directly into on-farm storage, ensuring safe and accurate deliveries. Ideal for drivers who enjoy precision work and direct farm interaction, with a focus on safety and attention to detail.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Operate curtain sider lorries with demountable forklift


• Deliver bagged feed to farms and retail locations


• Practising defensive driving and adhering to road transport legislation


• Maintaining vehicle cleanliness and completing daily checks


• Handling delivery paperwork and customer interactions professionally


• Supporting operational efficiency and minimising waste


• Using onboard systems and digital logs accurately


• Requires attention to detail and strong Health & Safety awareness

About You

• A valid Class 1 or Class 2 licence


• Driver CPC and digital tachograph card


• Strong communication and time management skills


• A professional, courteous, and safety-conscious approach


• Flexibility to work various shifts including early, late, and tramping


• A proactive mindset and ability to work independently and as part of a team

What We Offer

• Competitive rates of pay


• Overtime Pay: £21.75 per hour after 45 hours per week


• Double Time: £29.00 per hour on Sundays and Bank Holidays


• Work Schedule: 4-day week rota with overtime available


• Part-time positions available


• Paid Driver CPC, licence medical fees, forklift licence, and HGV licence upgrades


• Modern vehicles including Class 1 and 8x2 rear steer rigids


• Scottish Widows contributory pension – company will match up to 5%


• Up to 25% colleague discount in store


• Free parking on site


• 20 days of annual leave, pro-rated for part-time roles


• Excellent training and development opportunities


• Plenty of career progression opportunities


• Life Assurance


• Employee Assistance Programme with Retail Trust


• Comprehensive colleague benefits


• Enhanced Family Leave Policies