HGV Driver

Job Title: HGV Driver (C+E)

Location: Burston, Norfolk

Role: HGV Driver

Salary: £40,000 per annum

Hours: Average 42 hours per week – 4 on / 4 off, day shift only

Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

About the Role

We are currently seeking a professional and dedicated HGV Driver (C+E) to join a well-established and expanding transport operation based in Burston. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced HGV Driver (C+E) to become part of a forward-thinking business within the agricultural and feed distribution sector.

The HGV Driver (C+E) will play a key role in ensuring the safe, efficient, and customer-focused delivery and collection of products and raw materials, while maintaining full compliance with all transport, food safety, and health & safety regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform all duties with constant regard for Health & Safety, ensuring the safety of yourself, colleagues, customers, and other road users.
• Deliver company products to customer premises as scheduled by the transport planner, ensuring all customer requirements and biosecurity standards are met.
• Collect raw materials from farms, ports, and stores as directed by the transport team.
• Conduct daily vehicle and trailer checks to ensure roadworthiness and compliance with all legal standards.
• Report any vehicle defects promptly and record details accurately in the defect log.
• Weigh vehicles in and out on the weighbridge using the M-Tech system to ensure accurate loading in line with customer requirements.
• Maintain a high standard of vehicle hygiene, including steam cleaning and sanitising to meet biosecurity and quality requirements.
• Liaise with other operational areas to ensure the efficient flow of communication and coordination.
• Proactively support continuous improvement initiatives, identifying opportunities to improve safety, efficiency, and performance.
• Complete all relevant transport documentation accurately and submit to the transport office in line with legal and company standards.
• Carry out any reasonable task related to delivery and collection as directed by the transport management team.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Valid HGV Class 1 (C+E) Licence
• Valid Driver CPC and Digital Tachograph Card
• Proven experience as an HGV Driver (C+E)
• Working knowledge of Drivers’ Hours and Working Time Directive legislation
• Bulk blower experience is advantageous

Core Competencies

• Deciding & Initiating Action: Takes ownership and works effectively under minimal supervision.
• Supporting & Co-operating: Works collaboratively with colleagues to meet productivity and quality targets.
• Interacting & Presenting: Builds positive relationships with colleagues and customers, maintaining professionalism and a friendly approach.
• Applying Expertise & Technology: Demonstrates technical competence and contributes to continuous improvement in safety and efficiency.
• Planning & Organising: Effectively prioritises workload in a fast-paced environment.
• Adapting & Coping: Remains flexible, adapting to changing business needs.
• Following Instructions & Procedures: Maintains accuracy and compliance in all aspects of work.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary of £40,000 per annum
• Company pension and salary sacrifice scheme
• Life assurance
• Annual discretionary bonus scheme
• Electric car salary sacrifice scheme
• Employee savings & discount scheme, including retail, gym, travel, and lifestyle offers
• Employee Assistance Programme with a wellbeing hub, 24-hour GP, and counselling support
• Free uniform/PPE and onsite parking
• A supportive and inclusive working environment
• Opportunities for career progression and professional development

Why Apply?

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced HGV Driver (C+E) who wants to join a stable, growing, and values-driven business.

You’ll be part of a modern transport team that values safety, teamwork, accountability, respect, and sustainability - and you’ll have the opportunity to contribute to a company focused on quality, innovation, and continuous improvement.