LGV Driver - Newbury

Forterra plc; Newbury; On-site; GBP 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in concrete and clay building products is seeking dedicated LGV Drivers to join their transport fleet. This role is crucial for maintaining first-class customer service, with responsibilities including compliance with regulations and completing deliveries. The position offers a competitive salary of £48,000 per annum, along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Life assurance and company pension scheme with up to 10% employer contribution

Gym benefit and Cycle to Work scheme

Access to Employee Assistance Programme for self and family

Employee referral scheme

Service awards

Holiday exchange scheme

Financial wellbeing program

Opportunities for personal development and progression

Qualifications

• Must hold a current LGV license.
• Good geographical knowledge required.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Comply with LGV Drivers Hours Regulations.
• Complete deliveries as instructed.
• Drive in a fuel-efficient, safe, and conscious manner.

Skills

Geographical knowledge

Ability to work with minimal supervision

Good physical fitness

Education

Current LGV license

Job description

Forterra - Newbury (Thermalite), Enterprise Way, Thatcham, West Berkshire, United Kingdom Req #556

07 May 2025

We are currently looking for hardworking and dedicated individuals to join our transport fleet as fully licensed LGV Drivers. Are you interested in working for a national company with the latest vehicles? The role of our driver is critical to our first-class customer service, as you will be one of the initial points of contact for our business. If this sounds appealing, we would love to hear from you. The role is mainly Monday to Friday, 45 hours per week, with potential for weekend overtime.

Salary - £48,000 per annum

Your duties include but are not limited to:

1. Comply with LGV Drivers Hours Regulations
2. Ensure adherence to Goods Vehicle Operator Licensing regulations
3. Follow all legislation related to the Road Traffic Act and other relevant laws
4. Comply with all Health & Safety legislation and company policies
5. Complete deliveries as instructed
6. Communicate any issues to relevant parties
7. Drive in a fuel-efficient, safe, and conscious manner
8. Average of 2 nights out per week
9. Perform any other relevant duties as requested by management

About You:

1. You must hold a current LGV license
2. Good geographical knowledge
3. Ability to work with minimal supervision
4. Good physical fitness
5. Ability to meet set time frames
6. Basic understanding of Health, Safety & Risk Assessment

What We Offer:

1. Competitive salary and benefits package
2. Life assurance and company pension scheme with up to 10% employer contribution
3. Gym benefit and Cycle to Work scheme
4. Access to Employee Assistance Programme for self and family
5. Employee referral scheme
6. Service awards
7. Holiday exchange scheme
8. Financial wellbeing program
9. Opportunities for personal development and progression

Forterra is a leading manufacturer of a diverse range of concrete and clay building products used extensively in construction, with well-known brands including Thermalite block, Bison Precast, and London Brick.

Our product range includes clay bricks, aircrete blocks, aggregate blocks, precast concrete, flooring products, permeable paving, chimney, roofing, and flue systems.

Forterra’s purpose is to build lasting legacies by manufacturing products that support our customers' construction projects from the ground up.

We are committed to industry-leading safety standards and aim for zero harm in our workplaces.