Description
Class 2 HGV Driver
Location: Halstead, Essex
Job Type: Full Time, Permanent
Salary: £33,000 – £37,000 DOE (including overtime and nights out)
Hours: Day shifts, Monday to Friday
If you’re friendly, hardworking, and energetic, this is a great opportunity to build a long-term driving career with a well-established, family-run business in Essex.
Brooks Transport Services Ltd is a family-owned company with over 50 years experience operating in fast-moving commercial and consumer goods, including high-end, high-value products. Customer service is at the heart of everything we do, and we take pride in delivering a professional, reliable service without compromise.
We are now looking for an experienced and positive Class 2 HGV Driver to join our team based in Halstead, Essex.
The Role
As a Class 2 HGV Driver, your responsibilities will include:
1. Delivering and collecting goods as part of a UK distribution operation
2. Loading vehicles to match the order of delivery drop-off points
3. Planning and driving routes to ensure on-time deliveries
4. Unloading goods and obtaining proof of delivery signatures
5. Issuing invoices and accurately updating delivery, vehicle, and drivers’ hours records
6. Recording mileage and fuel usage
This role involves 2–3 nights out per week.
The position is based on a 48-hour working week, with overtime expected.
About You
We are looking for a professional driver who takes pride in their work and strives to deliver a first-class transport service. You must have:
7. A current Class 2 (Category C) HGV licence
8. A valid Digital Tachograph card
9. A Driver CPC card
10. Previous Class 2 driving experience (essential)
11. A positive, efficient, and self-motivated attitude
12. Strong communication, customer service, and interpersonal skills
13. Excellent attention to detail and the ability to work independently
What We Offer
14. Competitive pay package
15. A friendly, supportive team environment
16. Long-term job security with an established, independent family business
17. Ongoing support, training, and opportunities to progress