Join to apply for the Relief Driver - HGV Class CE role at Riverford Organic Farmers
This is a permanent role for an experienced HGV driver within Riverford’s transport team. You’ll be part of a skilled group that keeps veg moving from farms to distribution hubs across the UK, stepping in when other drivers are on holiday. The role involves regular overnight stays and a flexible weekend schedule as part of a 5–6 day rotation.
What you’ll be doing
* Drive Class 1 refrigerated trailers, carrying out deliveries and collections.
* Assist with loading and unloading using pallet trucks or counterbalance forklifts where required.
* Work independently in a physically demanding role, contributing to timely, safe transport of products.
Location and hours
* Based at Wash Farm, Buckfastleigh, Devon (TQ11 0JU).
* Travel across the UK and occasionally into France; start times typically in the afternoon and finish in the early hours.
* Average 48 hours per week, 5–6 days on a rota including weekends; regular overnight stays (approximately 3 nights per week, potentially up to 5 nights).
Salary and benefits
* Pay: £48,048 per annum, with potential to earn more through overnight stays and overtime when offered.
* Benefits: 33 days holiday pro rata (including bank holidays), 30% off veg boxes and online shop, generous pension scheme, annual profit share (at least 10% of profits shared among all co-owners).
* Employee-owned company: you become a co-owner of Riverford.
Requirements
* Must hold Class 1 licence (with no more than 6 penalty points).
* Driving a goods vehicle for a minimum of 2 years (preferred).
* Valid DCPC.
* Counterbalance and powered forklift certificates preferred but not essential; training can be provided.
Location considerations
We ask that candidates live within a 25-mile commute of our Devon farm to support a healthy work-life balance.
Application
Application process: We will review applications throughout the advert and may close earlier if filled; apply at your earliest convenience.
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