HGV Driver

Full time Civic Recruitment Limited United Kingdom

Posted On 20/04/2026

Job Information

Work Experience 1-3 years

Transportation / Logistics

City Pontypridd

Province Cornwall

Postal Code CF39

Job Description 5 Weeks contract with a local authority Job Purpose

To provide a safe, reliable, and efficient heavy goods vehicle (HGV) driving service in support of local authority operations. The post holder will be responsible for the collection, delivery, and transportation of goods, materials, or waste while ensuring full compliance with road traffic legislation, health and safety requirements, and local authority policies.

Key Duties and Accountabilities

• Drive and operate HGVs safely and responsibly in accordance with legislation and local authority procedures.
• Carry out daily vehicle checks, defect reporting, and basic vehicle maintenance as required.
• Load and unload vehicles safely, ensuring loads are secure and compliant with regulations.
• Transport goods, equipment, materials, or waste to designated locations as directed.
• Maintain accurate records, including delivery notes, route logs, and defect reports.
• Comply with Working Time Directive, tachograph regulations, and driver hours legislation.
• Ensure high standards of customer service when interacting with members of the public, colleagues, and stakeholders.
• Follow all health and safety procedures and contribute to a safe working environment.
• Support other operational duties when required, appropriate to the grade and role.

Essential Experience Required

• Proven experience driving HGVs within a professional or commercial environment.
• Experience working to strict health and safety and compliance standards.
• Experience operating vehicles in urban or public-sector environments is desirable.

Essential Qualifications Required

• Full UK driving licence with appropriate HGV entitlement (Category C or C+E).
• Valid Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC).
• Valid Digital Tachograph Card.
• Ability to meet medical standards for HGV drivers.

Additional Information to Note

• This role is offered on a fixed-term basis with a local authority.
• Working hours: 37 hours per week
• We work on bi-weekly payment schedule
• Flexibility may be required to meet operational needs.
• The role will close on the 27/04/2026 - apply as soon as possible.
• Offers of employment may be subject to pre-employment checks, including driving licence verification and references.