HGV 2 Driver

Reporting directly to the Transport Manager or Depot Team Leader, as an HGV 2 Driver you will be responsible for the safe transportation of goods from one location to another. The role involves long‑distance driving, strict adherence to road safety regulations, and the timely delivery of cargo, while upholding our values of Teamwork
, Care
, Customer Centricity
, Respect
, and Integrity in every journey.

At Leader Online, we are guided by our values of Teamwork
, Care
, Customer Centricity
, Respect and Integrity
. We are looking for someone who shares these values and can demonstrate them in their daily work.

Please note that this role requires a basic DBS check as part of our commitment to safety and responsibility.

• Operate HGV Class 2 vehicles to transport goods to various destinations.
• Ensure timely and safe delivery of goods as per schedule.
• Follow designated routes and schedules.
• Drive in line with all statutory and legislative regulations.
• Adhere to all road safety and traffic regulations, including telematics and driving rules.
• Conduct pre‑trip and post‑trip vehicle inspections to ensure roadworthiness.
• Comply with UK and EU driving regulations, the Working Time Directive, and ensure breaks are taken.
• Use Tacho and the driving app to ensure compliance with all required standards.
• Promote health and safety by following safe practices.
• Ensure goods are loaded, secured, and transported safely.
• Use phones for work matters only as legally allowed and safe.
• Perform basic vehicle maintenance and report mechanical issues, defects, or delivery problems daily.
• Keep the vehicle clean, presentable, and smoke‑free.
• Ensure load stability, security, and protection at all times.
• Report potential risks, problems, or product defects immediately to the Team Leader.
• Maintain accurate records of deliveries, mileage and vehicle maintenance.
• Complete delivery paperwork and obtain necessary signatures.
• Interact professionally and courteously with clients, road users, and pedestrians.
• Handle vehicles and loads with care, ensuring secure loading and unloading to avoid damages.
• Use equipment respectfully, safely, and as trained.
• Support other areas of the business as required, including drivers and warehouse.
• Participate actively in continuous process improvement, maximizing vehicle fill, load securing, and improving customer service levels.
• Meet all business and KPI targets.
• Be a leadership ambassador to customers and the public with impeccable driving and operating of your vehicle.

• Valid HGV Class 2 licence.
• Digital Tachograph Card.
• Excellent knowledge of UK road networks.
• Excellent driving skills and road safety awareness.
• Basic mechanical skills for vehicle checks and minor repairs.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Reliable and punctual with a strong sense of responsibility.
• Excellent team player with a "can‑do" attitude.
• Experience in long‑distance driving and knowledge of load securing techniques.

• Long hours and overnight trips may be required.
• Variable weather conditions.
• Physical demands include loading and unloading goods.
• Shift patterns may include early morning, evenings, weekend and public holidays.

• Opportunity to shape and lead governance processes in a fast‑growing business.
• A supportive environment where your expertise will make a real impact.
• A culture that values your professional growth and personal wellbeing.
• Generous holiday allowance:
  Enjoy 22 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays, with flexibility to tailor your time off, including buying up to 3 extra days of holiday or selling back up to 2 days.
• Healthy work‑life balance that works for you.
• Length of Service holiday awards: 1 extra day for every 3 years of service.
• Death in Service benefit (3x annual salary).
• Salary sacrifice pension scheme with employer contributions of 3% in line with current statutory requirements.
• Salary sacrifice Cycle‑to‑work scheme.
• Staff discounts on the Leader product range.
• Subsidised gym membership.
• Mental and emotional wellbeing support:
  Access to Able Futures, a confidential government‑backed service providing practical support for mental wellbeing at work.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) – 24/7 access to professional wellbeing advice, counselling and guidance.
• Employee Referral Bonus.
• Salary £16 per hour
  .