HGV Driver Class 1 and Class 2

Job description

HGV Driver Class 1 and Class 2 (Day and Night Shifts Available)

A fantastic opportunity for an HGV Driver to join a growing transport and logistics team, driving modern vehicles from a brand-new purpose-built depot.

If youve also worked in the following roles, wed also like to hear from you: LGV Driver, Lorry Driver, Transport Driver, Logistics Driver, Delivery Driver

SALARY: Competitive + Benefits

LOCATION: Launceston, Cornwall, South West England

JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent

JOB OVERVIEW

Due to continued growth, the company has a fantastic new job opportunity for an HGV Driver to join its transport and distribution team in Launceston.

As an HGV Driver you will drive a lorry from the companys fleet, working independently on the road while returning home at the end of every shift.

The HGV Driver will support safe, efficient deliveries, complete daily vehicle checks and follow road transport laws, health and safety standards and defect reporting procedures.

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DUTIES

Your duties as the HGV Driver include:

• Vehicle Driving: Drive a lorry from the companys fleet of vehicles

• Daily Vehicle Checks: Inspect your vehicle and trailer every day before use

• Defect Reporting: Complete a Defect Report if required

• Road Safety: Follow road transport laws and demonstrate safe use of the roads

• Health and Safety: Take responsibility for health and safety while carrying out driving duties

• Independent Working: Manage your route and workload without the need for micromanagement

• Team Support: Work positively with colleagues across the transport and logistics operation

• Customer Service: Help provide an excellent service to customers through reliable and professional driving

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

• Driving Licence: Class 1 or Class 2 driving licence, depending on the role

• Driver CPC: Driver CPC qualification card

• Road Transport Knowledge: Excellent knowledge of Road Transport Laws

• Safety Focus: Commitment to safe use of the roads

• Positive Attitude: A can do approach to work

• Team Player: Able to work well as part of a friendly and supportive team

• Independence: Comfortable working on the open road for long stretches

• Professional Standards: Reliable, responsible and committed to completing duties safely

BENEFITS

• Brand new purpose built depot

• Increased pay rate including paid overtime

• Ongoing training, development & career opportunities

• Enhanced holiday increased in line with years of service

• Weekends & Bank holidays off allowing that work life balance

• Full training & on boarding provided including CPC renewal training

• Company pension

• Free parking

• Life insurance

• On-site parking

• Referral programme

HOW TO APPLY

To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details. CVs of Job Applicants meeting this requirement will be submitted to our Client for consideration. By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose.

JOB REF: AWDO-P14786

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Launceston

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

09-06-2026

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