Trainee HGV Driver

Gregory Distribution Ltd; Haverfordwest; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Additional holiday purchasing scheme

Retail discounts with Circular Benefi

Retail Trust Wellbeing Support

Christmas Savings Club

Black Circle Tyre Discount

Cycle To Work Scheme

Free Uniform

Paid Volunteer Day

Job summary

Gregory Distribution Ltd. is recruiting a Trainee HGV Driver in the UK. The structured programme develops candidates in logistics, with licence acquisition support through SP Training.

You will learn the role while training, handling deliveries, securing loads, and maintaining records. The company offers progression and a pathway to full driver status after qualification.

Qualifications

• Provisional HGV CE Licence required to start the programme (medical may be needed).
• Passionate about delivering excellent customer service and meeting deadlines.
• Confident, polite, and a team player representing the business.
• Good geographical knowledge and willingness to learn and adapt.

Responsibilities

• Assist with and complete collections and deliveries across the UK using a refrigerated box trailer.
• Learn to secure loads correctly using ratchet straps with some manual handling.
• Use a handheld PDA to complete delivery records and compliance checks accurately.
• Maintain regular communication with the transport team and provide progress updates.
• Participate in ongoing training to develop skills and knowledge.

Skills

Provisional HGV Licence

Customer service

Team player

Geographical knowledge

Job description

Have you ever considered training to be an HGV Driver…?

Do you already have a provisional HGV Licence or are in the process of applying for one?

If "YES" we want to hear from you!!

DUE TO LICENCING LAWS YOU MUST BE 18 OR OVER TO APPLY FOR THIS VACANCY.

In partnership with SP Training, we are looking to recruit a Trainee HGV Driver. This structured course will develop candidates with all the skills and knowledge required to thrive within the logistics industry.

As a Trainee HGV Driver, you will be supported as you learn the role and gain confidence and competence. Once qualified, your responsibilities will include:

• Assisting with and completing collections and deliveries across the UK using a refrigerated box trailer.
• Learning how to secure loads correctly using ratchet straps, with some manual handling involved, to ensure all loads are safe and compliant.
• Using a handheld PDA to accurately complete delivery records, compliance checks, and associated documentation in a timely manner.
• Maintaining regular communication with the transport team, providing progress updates and seeking support whenever required.
• Participating in ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance skills, build confidence, and maintain knowledge of industry standards and best practices.

As well as the internal support through the Gregory Group, SP Training will guide you through the licence acquisition process - covering eLearning and tests for the required Theory, Hazard Perception and Driver CPC. The structured learning programme aims to have candidates licence ready within 3 months, with continued monthly touch point learning to back up competence.

Essential Skills and Qualifications

A PROVISIONAL HGV CE LICENCE is required for all candidates to start the programme to become a Trainee HGV Driver. This requires completion of a medical assessment - you can make a local appointment by going to

https://book.d4drivers.uk/booking/medicals

collect

the required DVLA D2 & D4 forms at your local Post Office offering DVLA services. Successful candidates will be:

• Passionate about providing excellent customer service.
• Able to work to deadlines.
• Confident, polite, and a team player - you are the face of our business.
• Good geographical knowledge.
• Fit, flexible, hardworking, and self-motivated.

Interview Process:

We will be holding interviews for these vacancies which will take circa 1 hour, details of the location and date will be confirmed at a later stage.

Why Join Gregory Distribution Ltd?

Competitive Salary

You will receive £12.71 per hour until you have successfully passed your test. You can then earn between £14.04 per hour - £17.50 per hour, depending on shift pattern.

Shift Hours

Monday to Friday while training, with the opportunity to move onto alternative shift patterns upon successful completion of training.

Overtime

Available.

Benefits

Additional holiday purchasing scheme*, Retail discounts with Circular Benefits*, Retail Trust Wellbeing Support*, and more.

Career Development

Opportunity to develop your career within an expanding business. Partnership with a nationwide OFSTED approved logistics specialist training provider.

Company Benefits

Excellent holiday allowance, Medical Reimbursement*, Life assurance, pension, and sickness scheme*.

Extras

Christmas Savings Club*, Black Circle Tyre Discount*, Cycle To Work Scheme*, Free Uniform and paid Volunteer Day.

Team Culture

Strong culture of teamwork.

Eligibility

Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK with no restrictions. Proof of Right to Work will be required at the interview stage.

Contact Us

For any queries, please contact our Recruitment Team at . Our team is available Monday to Friday, 08:30hrs - 17:00hrs.

Note to Recruitment Agencies

We prefer to recruit directly but have a Preferred Supplier List for when we need assistance. We'll be in touch if we need you.