HGV Class 1 (C+E) Driver

HGV Class 1 (C+E) Driver, Cerney Wick

Role Overview

Salary

Competitive

Employment Type

Permanent, full-time

Contracted Hours

10 hours per day, Monday to Friday, between 06:00-18:00, including 1-hour unpaid break

Annual Leave

29 days, including Bank Holidays

Bonus

Discretionary Annual and Christmas Bonuses

About the Role

At Day Group, our drivers are the face of the business and play a vital role in delivering exceptional service to customers every day.

As an HGV Driver, you will be responsible for transporting materials safely, professionally, and efficiently, ensuring deliveries are completed on time and to the highest standards.

Working within a supportive transport team, you’ll help maintain our reputation for reliability while ensuring full compliance with road transport legislation, company procedures, and health and safety requirements.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced driver looking to join a well-established business that values professionalism, teamwork, and long-term career development.

Person Specification

The successful candidate will be a professional, reliable, and safety-conscious driver with a strong commitment to compliance, customer service, and teamwork. They will be capable of working independently, managing their workload effectively, and representing Day Group professionally at customer sites and on the public highway.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate a positive attitude, strong work ethic, and a flexible approach, with the ability to adapt to changing operational requirements whilst maintaining high standards of safety, vehicle care, and professionalism.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver materials safely, efficiently, and on schedule, providing excellent customer service at all times
• Carry out daily vehicle inspections, defect reporting, and associated administration in line with company procedures
• Ensure vehicles remain compliant, roadworthy, and maintained to a high standard
• Adhere to drivers' hours regulations, Tachograph requirements, and all transport legislation
• Complete all delivery documentation and operational records accurately using company systems and technology
• Represent Day Group professionally when interacting with customers, suppliers, and colleagues
• Follow all company health, safety, environmental, and transport policies while contributing positively to the wider team

Skills and Experience

Essential

• Valid Class 1 (Category C+E) HGV Licence
• Up-to-date knowledge of drivers' hours regulations and Tachograph requirements
• Experience carrying out daily vehicle inspections and defect reporting
• Comfortable using tablets and associated systems to complete vehicle inspections, delivery records, and operational documentation
• Good communication and organisational skills
• Strong commitment to safety, compliance, and customer service
• Ability to work independently and effectively manage workloads

Desirable

• Experience operating articulated tipper vehicles
• Previous experience within the aggregates, construction materials, recycling, waste management, or related industries
• Good understanding of site-based delivery environments and associated safety requirements

Why Join Day Group?

Day Group is one of the South’s leading suppliers of primary and recycled aggregates, built on a reputation for quality, reliability and service. We’re proud of the team behind our success and recognise the important role our drivers play in keeping our business moving. In return, we offer a supportive working environment, a modern fleet and the opportunity to develop your career with a well-established and growing business.

9% non-contributory pension scheme

Death in Service benefit

GymFlex membership

Cycle to Work scheme

On-site parking

Career development opportunities

All applicants must be eligible to work in the UK. Day Group is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Apply Now

We’re always looking for talented people who share our commitment to quality, reliability, and teamwork. If this role sounds like the right fit for you, we’d love to hear from you.

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