HGV I Driver

JT Recruit; Gravelly Hill; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable recruitment agency is seeking an experienced HGV I driver for ongoing temporary work in Gravelly Hill, UK. Responsibilities include safe delivery and collection services, inventory checks, and compliance with legal regulations. Candidates must have a valid HGV I Licence and previous driving experience. This is a great opportunity for qualified drivers looking for flexible work in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Must have an HGV I Licence.
• Experience in securing loads within vehicles and/or trailers is required.
• Ability to read, understand and follow directions/instructions.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe and efficient delivery and collection services.
• Conduct collections and deliveries according to plans.
• Ensure compliance with tachograph and working time legislation.
• Conduct pre-shift inspections of vehicles and trailers.

Skills

HGV I Licence

Previous professional driving experience

Good geographical knowledge

Ability to follow operational, legal, and H&S procedures

Good communication skills

Excellent time management

Job description

Our well established client is currently looking to recruit a HGV I driver, to join their team, on an ongoing, temporary basis, Starting on 5th January 2026

£18.66ph for the first 8 hours, rising to £20.78ph after 8 hours

Job role :

• Provision of first class safe, efficient and customer focused delivery and collection services within the Network
• Comply with issued start times in line with contractual requirements
• Conduct collections and deliveries in accordance with the plan and / or instructions from the transport office
• Conduct collections and deliveries within the timeframes outlined
• Ensure all delivery documentation and electronic POD’s are completed accurately and in real time during a working shift
• Operate all provided IT hardware and systems in line with training and operational requirements
• To engage with the font line transport teams on daily brief and de-brief
• To participate in regular 1-2-1’s with their nominated Transport FLM’s
• Ensure a thorough working knowledge of the regulations under which they operate and in particular the Highway Code & Road Traffic Act 1988, and Road Safety Act 2006
• Operate in line with all legal requirements and ensure full compliance with tachograph and working time legislation
• Operate in line with company Health and safety policy and procedures, following approved risk assessments and ensuring live assessments of risks in the workplace (dynamic risk assessments
• Provide suggestions and opportunities to enhance operational performance as well as health and safety within operations
• Ensure the correct and appropriate load security is in place before moving any goods in a vehicle or trailer
• Act as an ambassador of the company with customers and the public, conducting yourself in a professional manner, being polite, courteous, and helpful
• Ensure a professional and efficient service to our customers
• Wear the company uniform and the appropriate PPE (personal protective equipment) provide
• Only drive vehicles for which you are authorised to do so, ensuring that you have been fully familiarise
• Have on their person their Driver Licence, DQC Card and Tachograph card at all times during working hours
• To comply with company policies on medical requirements and examinations
• To conduct a full and thorough pre-shift inspection of vehicles and trailers in advance of their operation and to comply with the defect reporting process, ensuring all defective vehicles, trailers and equipment are reported immediately
• Ensure the safe coupling and un-coupling procedures for trailers are adhered to
• To treat company vehicles and equipment in line with training avoiding any misuse and abuse, and minimising any damage
• To comply with training requirements
• Report any vehicles accidents, incidents of collisions in line with the Policy and the “Bump Card” process
• Follow Company / customer specific procedures on their premises and with their goods during delivery and collection
• Operation of Forward-Facing Cameras in line with policies and procedures.

In order to apply, you must possess the following :

• HGV I Licence
• Previous professional driving experience
• Good geographical knowledge
• Ability to follow operational, legal, and H&S procedures
• Ability to read, understand and follow direction / instructions
• Good communication skills
• Excellent time management
• Working understanding of legal requirements, highway code and road traffic act
• Work well in teams as individually
• Complete routine vehicle checks
• Experience of securing loads within vehicles and / or trailers