HGV Driver: Vehicle Collection & Delivery (Training)

Tru Talent; Exeter; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

OT available

HGV licence training

Company pensions

Job summary

Tru Talent in Exeter is seeking an Automotive Collection and Delivery Driver. You will coordinate the collection and delivery of customer vehicles, liaise with customers, and work with the service reception to meet requirements. Training may be provided for HGV licence alongside a 40-hour week, Monday to Friday.

The role emphasizes safe vehicle handling, independence, and strong organizational skills to keep vehicles moving and customers informed throughout the collection and delivery process.

Qualifications

• HGV Class 1 licence desirable.
• Previous HGV driving experience desirable.
• Professional, courteous, customer-focused approach.
• Ability to work independently, use initiative and manage time effectively.
• Strong organisational skills to coordinate vehicle movements and meet deadlines.
• Responsible attitude to vehicle safety, road regs and health and safety procedures.
• Experience in automotive workshop or service environment.
• Knowledge of vehicle maintenance and repair processes.
• Experience handling customer vehicles and supporting workshop operations.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate collection and delivery of customer vehicles to ensure timely movements.
• Liaise with customers to arrange collections and deliveries with updates.
• Work with service reception to communicate customer requirements clearly.
• Transport vehicles safely and in compliance with regulations and procedures.
• Present vehicles for MOT inspections and attend appointments promptly.
• Support workshop technicians with on-site road tests after repairs when needed.
• Move vehicles around the site and manage parking for safety and space.
• Carry out weekly checks on courtesy vehicles and report issues.
• Ensure vehicles are clean and presentable when returned to customers.
• Refer complaints to appropriate staff and assist with health and safety procedures.
• Undertake additional driving duties on-site and off-site as required.

Skills

HGV Class 1 licence

HGV driving experience

Customer-focused

Independent worker

Time management

Vehicle safety awareness

Workshop environment experience

Maintenance knowledge

Customer vehicle handling

Job description

Tru Talent in Exeter is seeking an Automotive Collection and Delivery Driver. You will coordinate the collection and delivery of customer vehicles, liaise with customers, and work with the service reception to meet requirements. Training may be provided for HGV licence alongside a 40-hour week, Monday to Friday.

The role emphasizes safe vehicle handling, independence, and strong organizational skills to keep vehicles moving and customers informed throughout the collection and delivery process.