Reporting directly to the Transport Manager or Depot Team Leader, the HGV2 Driver plays a vital role in safely transporting goods between locations while upholding the highest standards of professionalism. This position demands more than just driving skill — it calls for a commitment to customer-centric service, a caring attitude towards cargo and colleagues, teamwork in coordinating with the wider logistics team, respect for road safety and legal compliance, and integrity in every aspect of delivery. A valid HGV2 licence and knowledge of vehicle maintenance are essential.
Requirements
This role will include taking accountability for:
Driving and Delivery
- Operative HGVs (Class 2) to transport goods to various destinations.
- Ensure timely and safe delivery of goods as per the schedule
- Follow designated routes and schedules
- Always drive the vehicle in line with all statutory and legislative regulations
Safety and Compliance
- Adhere to all road safety and traffic regulations, including telematics and driving rules.
- Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections to ensure roadworthiness
- Comply with all UK and EU driving regulations and the Working Time Directive and ensure that breaks are taken
- Use Tacho and ensure all driving rules are followed and adhered to.
- Use the driving App to ensure compliance to all required driving standards.
- Ensure Health and Safety of yourself and others by carrying out all activities in a manner that promotes safety to yourself and your colleagues
- Ensure that goods are loaded, secured and uploaded safely
- Use phones for work matters only as and when legally able and safe to do so
Vehicle Maintenance
- Perform basic vehicle maintenance and report any mechanical issues, defects or delivery problems daily in a timely fashion
- Ensure the vehicle is clean and presentable and do not smoke in vehicles.
- Ensure load stability, security and protection at all times
- Report potential risks, problems, or product defects immediately to your Team Leader
Documentation and record keeping
- Maintain accurate records of deliveries, mileage and vehicle maintenance.
- Complete delivery paperwork and obtain necessary signatures
Customer Service
- Interact professionally and courteously with clients, customers, road users and pedestrians
- Handle vehicles and loads with care and ensure secure loading and unloading to avoid any possible damages
- Using all equipment respectfully, safely and as trained
Company objectives
- Supporting all other areas of the business as and when required including drivers and the warehouse
- Participate actively in continuous process improvement projects, seek ways to develop and maximise vehicle fill, load securing and to support and improve customer service levels
- Ensure all business and individual key performance indicators are met
- Contribute actively to achieving departmental service level and targets
- Be a Leader ambassador to all customers and the public with impeccable driving and operating of your vehicle
Key Requirements
- Valid HGV Class 2 licence
- Digital Tachograph Card
- Excellent knowledge of UK road networks
- Excellent driving skills and road safety awareness
- Basic mechanical skills for vehicle checks and minor repairs
- Strong communications skills
- Ability to work independently and manage time effectively
- Reliable and punctual with a strong sense of responsibility
- Excellent team player with a “can-do” attitude
- Experience in long-distance driving and knowledge of load securing techniques
Working Conditions
- Long hours and overnight trips may be required
- Variable weather conditions
- Physical demands include loading and unloading goods
- Shift patterns may include early morning, evenings, weekend and public holidays.
Benefits
- Generous Holiday Allowance
Enjoy 22 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays, with the flexibility to tailor your time off: - Buy up to 3 extra days of holiday
- Or sell back up to 2 days to suit your needs
- We believe in a healthy work-life balance that works for you.
- Length of Service holiday awards: 1 extra day for every 3 years service;
- Salary sacrifice pension scheme with employer contributions of 3% in line with current statutory requirements;
- Salary sacrifice Cycle-to-work scheme;
- Staff discounts on the Leader product range;
- Subsidised gym membership;
- Your Wellbeing Matters
We care about our team’s mental and emotional health. That’s why we offer: - Access to Able Futures, a confidential government-backed service providing practical support for mental wellbeing at work.
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) – 24/7 access to professional wellbeing advice, counselling, and guidance to help you thrive inside and outside of work.
- Employee Referral Bonus
- £14.75- £15.75
