Class 2 HGV Driver

JMB42 – HGV Driver (Category C)

Location: Cardiff

Salary: £43,580 per annum

Shift Pattern: AM & PM Shifts – Weekend Working Required

Contract: Full-Time, Permanent

Hours: 48 hours per week, over 5 days

Overview
First Military Recruitment are currently seeking HGV Drivers (Category C) on behalf of one of our clients.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established and growing organisation, delivering and collecting stock while providing a high standard of customer service.

AM and PM shift patterns on offer. Please note that weekend working is required for both shift patterns as part of the rota.

The role offers a guaranteed 48-hour working week over five days, with no expectation to work additional hours once your contracted 48 hours have been completed.

Shift Pattern
AM Shift

• Start times between 1:00am – 5:00am
• Days off: Wednesday & Thursday
• Weekend working included as part of the rota

PM Shift

• Start time from 12:00pm (midday)
• Days off: Monday & Tuesday or Tuesday & Wednesday, depending on the rota and availability
• Weekend working included as part of the rota

Please note: Weekend working is a requirement of both positions.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Safely deliver and collect stock in line with scheduled routes.
• Ensure deliveries and collections are completed accurately and on time.
• Carry out daily vehicle checks and report any defects promptly.
• Comply with all transport legislation, Driver CPC and Tachograph regulations.
• Complete all relevant delivery documentation accurately.
• Provide a professional and customer-focused service at all times.
• Safely load and unload vehicles, ensuring goods are handled correctly.
• Follow all company Health & Safety procedures and policies.
• Maintain a professional image when representing the business.

Skills & Qualifications

• Valid Category C (Class 2) HGV Licence or above.
• Valid Driver CPC.
• Valid Digital Tachograph Card.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• Reliable, professional and able to work independently.
• Comfortable working early mornings or afternoon shifts, depending on the position.

Benefits

• £43,508 per annum
• Salary paid monthly on the 28th.
• 28 days annual leave.
• Company pension scheme.
• Free life assurance.
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme.
• Free Virtual GP service.
• Mental health and wellbeing support.
• Retail and high street discounts.
• Gym membership discounts.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Childcare support and baby boxes for new parents.
• Employee recognition programmes.
• Employee referral bonus scheme.
• Structured onboarding and ongoing training.
• Career progression and professional development opportunities.