Class 1 HGV Driver

HGV Driver - Class 1 Category CE
Location: Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire
Department: Transport
Hours: 48 hours per week (average roster), 5 night shifts per week (start times between 20:00 – 03:00)

The Role – HGV Driver
As an HGV Driver at Cotteswold Dairy, you will play a vital role in our distribution chain, delivering fresh dairy products to customers, wholesale buyers, and our depots across the UK. Operating in a temperature-controlled, multi-drop delivery environment, you will be responsible for ensuring timely, accurate, and safe deliveries, while representing the company in a professional and customer-focused manner.

Key Responsibilities
Safely operate HGV vehicles (Category CE or C) in compliance with UK driving laws and tachograph regulations
Carry out multi-drop deliveries of dairy products, ensuring stock rotation and product quality
Complete daily vehicle checks and report any defects promptly
Load and unload products safely, including manual handling and use of handling equipment
Follow health & safety, food hygiene, and security procedures at all times
Use handheld units or manual systems to record deliveries, returns, and payments where applicable
Maintain a clean vehicle, both inside and out
Provide excellent customer service as the face of Cotteswold Dairy

What We’re Looking For
Full UK driving licence – Category CE
Driver CPC and Digital Tachograph Card
Physically fit to undertake manual handling tasks
Strong communication and customer service skills
Flexible and reliable, with the ability to work night shifts and weekends as required
New pass drivers welcome – full training and career development provided
Our interview process includes a driving assessment (you will need to bring your tacho, drivers' card and licence); and a sit-down interview. This process will take around two hours in total.

Benefits
Competitive salary with opportunities for overtime and progression
30 days holiday, increasing after 3 years of service
Cycle to work scheme
Discounted products and delivery options
Aviva pension scheme (4% employee, 4.5% employer contributions)
Health and wellbeing support through Simply Health

If you meet the criteria and are interested, please apply with your CV or contact Denis directly:

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Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed