HGV Driver – 6 month FTC

Job Description

• Operate company HGVs safely and efficiently between sites
• Carry out pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections to ensure compliance with safety standards
• Maintain accurate records of driving hours, mileage, and deliveries
• Manage the movement and yard coordination of full and empty containers/trailers
• Adhere to Transport Operating Licence requirements and company procedures
• Comply with all Health & Safety, Environmental, and Customs & Excise legislation
• Follow ISO 9001, BRC, and HMRC standards and report any non-conformances
• Liaise with internal teams including Despatch, Loading, and Vat Hall Coordinators
• Contribute to team meetings, continuous improvement activities, and problem-solving initiatives
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and support team performance objectives

Our Ideal Candidate

• Valid HGV licence (Class 1 or 2)
• Valid ADR Class 3 Licence required.
• Current Driver CPC and Digital Tachograph Card
• Good understanding of transport legislation and compliance requirements
• Strong commitment to safety and quality standards
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• A dependable, flexible, and professional approach

What we can offer you

• Competitive salary and benefits designed to promote financial wellbeing, with eligibility for a bonus plan.
• Generous holiday entitlement with the option to buy or sell holiday days.
• Private Healthcare and (remote GP service).
• Defined contribution pension plan with company contributions of 8%-10% based on employee contribution of 4%-5%.
• Employee Assistance Programme offering practical and impartial support on medical, financial, legal, and personal matters.
• Life Assurance cover of eight times your annual basic salary.
• Product allocation to enjoy our portfolio of brands.
• Cycle to Work scheme allowing you to hire a bike for a set period and purchase it at a discounted rate.
• Opportunity to claim up to £1,000 per year for approved charities.
• Learning resources to support your development.

Agile Working Philosophy

Our agile working philosophy is to “Have your best work day everyday”. Built on trust, we empower our rare characters to achieve their best work day each day. Flexibility and positive working experiences help employees feel connected and release potential across our teams. We are open to discussing possible agile/flexible working options as part of the recruitment process.

Inclusive Recruitment Process

Diversity & Inclusion is at the heart of how we do things at William Grant & Sons, fully aligned to our purpose and our company values. We want to ensure that our recruitment process is inclusive.

About William Grant & Sons

William Grant & Sons: a home where rare characters thrive.

We value every employee for their rare character, distinctive skills, experience and perspectives. Every one of our colleagues has a role to play in helping us to achieve our growth ambitions.