HGV Driver - Category C

Travail Employment Group; Burgess Hill; On-site; GBP 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organisation in the construction sector seeks a reliable HGV Driver to ensure safe transportation of materials across London and the South East. This fixed-term role offers a salary of £37,400 per annum and emphasizes teamwork and compliance with safety regulations, providing a supportive environment for those looking to excel in their driving career.

Qualifications

• Applicants must hold a valid Category C driving licence.
• Current CPC and Tacho cards are required.
• Confident driving in London is essential.

Responsibilities

• Operate Category C vehicle for deliveries within London and the South East.
• Load and unload vehicles, maintain records.
• Engage in internal training and carry out safety checks.

Skills

Reliability

Physical fitness

Customer liaising

Education

Category C driving licence

Current CPC card

Tacho card

Tools

Forklift

Moffett equipment

Job description

HGV Driver - Category C

£37,400 per annum, Burgess Hill, 45 hours per week (typically 7am-5pm, with earlier starts/finishes depending on routes), 3-month fixed term contract

The Role

We are seeking a reliable and professional HGV Driver to join a well-established business within the construction sector. This fixed-term position plays a key role in supporting the logistics and delivery operations across various client sites. Reporting to the Transport Manager, you will work as part of a collaborative team of drivers and warehouse staff, ensuring safe and efficient transportation of materials.

• Operate a Category C vehicle for deliveries within London and the South East


• Load and unload vehicles manually, ensuring safety and accuracy


• Maintain up-to-date records including PODs and delivery paperwork


• Liaise courteously with customers on site


• Follow all legal and best practice guidelines, including driver hours and tachograph rules


• Carry out safety checks on vehicles and equipment prior to use


• Engage with internal training, including FORS Silver accreditation requirements


• Assist with forklift duties if trained (training will be provided if required)


• Flexibly support the wider transport team, including relief driving as needed


• Use Moffett equipment if licensed (training can be provided)

Requirements

Applicants must hold a valid Category C driving licence, current CPC card, and Tacho card. A good work ethic, physical fitness for manual handling, and willingness to engage in required training are all highly desirable. A forklift or Moffett licence would be advantageous but is not essential as training will be provided. Must be confident with driving London. This role could suit someone who has worked as an HGV Class 2 Driver, Multi-Drop Driver, or Relief Driver.

Company Information

This organisation operates within the construction industry and has a solid reputation for delivering high-quality service to its clients. The team is supportive, safety-focused, and committed to continuous improvement, offering a welcoming environment for skilled drivers looking to contribute to a fast-paced and essential operation.

Package

£37,400 annual salary

45 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Based in Burgess Hill

3-month fixed term contract

Travail Employment Group is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.