HGV Driver (Tipper)

We're looking for a reliable and safety-focused HGV Class 1 Driver to join our Agri Transport team based at Huntworth Mill.

The role involves delivering bulk animal feed, feed blends, raw materials and wet blends to farms, mills and agricultural customers across the Southwest. You'll operate modern bulk tipper vehicles, provide excellent customer service, and maintain the highest standards of safety, compliance and vehicle care.

Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full-time
Hours of Work: 45 hours per week + 3 nights out minimum per week

Join our team transporting bulk product from dock to mill using tipper lorries. You’ll play a key role in the supply chain, ensuring timely and compliant movement of raw materials. Ideal for drivers who prefer structured routes, operational efficiency, and working as part of a fast-paced logistics team.

Key responsibilities include:
• Operate tipper lorries for bulk product transport
• Practising defensive driving and adhering to road transport legislation
• Maintaining vehicle cleanliness and completing daily checks
• Handling delivery paperwork and customer interactions professionally
• Supporting operational efficiency and minimising waste
• Using onboard systems and digital logs accurately
• Requires attention to detail and strong Health & Safety awareness

• HGV Class 1 (CE) Licence
• Driver CPC
• Digital Tachograph Card
• Good understanding of drivers' hours and transport legislation
• A professional and customer-focused attitude

Desirable
• Experience of tipper or bulk blowing operations
• Agricultural or farming industry experience

Important Information
• Deliveries cover the South West region, including Somerset, Devon, Cornwall and Dorset.
• The role requires a minimum of three nights out per week, with flexibility to meet customer and operational requirements.

💰 Competitive salary
🌙 Night out allowance
🕒 Overtime Pay: £21.75 per hour
🏦 Double Time: £29.00 per hour on Sundays and Bank Holidays
🔄 Part-time positions available
🎓 Paid Driver CPC, licence medical fees, forklift licence, and HGV licence upgrades
🚛 Modern vehicles including Class 1 and 8x2 rear steer rigids

📈 Scottish Widows contributory pension – company will match up to 5%
🛍️ Up to 25% colleague discount in store
🚗 Free parking on site
🌴 20 days of annual leave, pro-rated for part-time roles
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Life Assurance
🗣️ Employee Assistance Programme with Retail Trust
🎁 Comprehensive colleague benefits
🚼 Enhanced Family Leave Policies

We may close this vacancy early if we find the right candidate, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.