Class 2 HGV Driver

Job description

Class 2 HGV Driver - Category C - Cheltenham Depot

Location: Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
Department: Haulage
Hours: 48 hours per week (average roster), 5 shifts per week, night shifts (start times typically 23:00 02:00)

Cotteswold Dairy, one of the UKs leading independent family-owned dairies, is seeking a dependable and motivated HGV Driver to join our Haulage team at the busy Cheltenham Depot. This is a Class 2 / Category C position, but we welcome and support new pass drivers who are keen to build their career in professional HGV driving.

The Role HGV Driver (Class 2)

As an HGV Driver, you will be at the forefront of our distribution operation, delivering fresh dairy products and associated goods to retail customers across the region. Operating in a multi-drop, temperature-controlled environment, youll ensure each delivery is made safely, accurately, and on time, providing excellent customer service while representing Cotteswold Dairy on the road.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely operate HGV vehicles (Category C) in compliance with UK driving laws, Driver CPC, and tachograph regulations
• Complete multi-drop deliveries, ensuring stock rotation and maintaining product quality
• Carry out daily vehicle checks and promptly report any defects
• Load and unload products safely, including manual handling and use of handling equipment
• Follow all health & safety, food hygiene, and security procedures
• Work independently on the road while maintaining strong customer relationships
• Provide cover for colleagues during holidays or absences as required

What Were Looking For

• Full UK driving licence Category C essential
• Driver CPC and Digital Tachograph Card
• Physically fit and able to undertake manual handling
• Strong communication skills and a customer-first attitude
• Flexibility to work night shifts, weekends, and bank holidays
• Newly qualified drivers encouraged to apply full training and career development provided

Progression Opportunities

We actively encourage career progression. Development routes include:

• Relief / run-out driver
• Upskilling to Class 1 / Category CE at our Tewkesbury site

Benefits

• Competitive salary with opportunities for overtime and progression
• 22 days holiday plus bank holidays, increasing after 3 years of service
• Refer-a-friend bonus scheme (up to £500)
• 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 youre an experienced HGV Driver or a newly qualified Class 2 driver looking for the next step, join our friendly and professional Cheltenham team and help us deliver high-quality dairy products to our customers across the region in a multi-drop, temperature-controlled role.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Swindon Village

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Salary indication

£35,000 Per Month

Published at

31-03-2026

Profession type

Logistics jobs

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English