HGV Category C Driver

Job Summary

HGV Category C Driver – Coalville

Location: Coalville, Leicestershire
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
Company: Torva Europe UK Ltd

About the Role

Torva Europe UK Ltd is looking for an experienced and reliable HGV Category C (Class 2) Driver to join our growing operation in Coalville, Leicestershire.

The role involves the collection and transportation of animal by-products, including meat by-products, between suppliers and our Coalville facility. Due to the nature of the materials transported, the successful candidate must be comfortable working in this environment and understand the importance of hygiene, safety and regulatory compliance.

Ideally, you will be based in Coalville or within a reasonable commuting distance.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely collect and transport animal and meat by-products between suppliers and our Coalville facility.
• Complete all required transport, collection and delivery documentation accurately.
• Carry out daily vehicle safety checks and promptly report any defects or maintenance requirements.
• Ensure loads are secure and transported in accordance with applicable regulations and Company procedures.
• Maintain the vehicle to the required cleanliness and hygiene standards.
• Assist with loading and unloading where required.
• Follow all hygiene, biosecurity, Health & Safety and PPE requirements.
• Maintain professional relationships with suppliers and customers.
• Report delays, accidents, incidents or operational issues promptly.
• Carry out other reasonable driving and operational duties as required.

Requirements

• Valid UK Category C (Class 2) driving licence – essential.
• Valid Driver CPC qualification.
• Valid Digital Tachograph Card.
• Previous professional HGV driving experience.
• Good understanding of UK drivers' hours, tachograph and road transport requirements.
• Safe and responsible driving record.
• Comfortable transporting animal and meat by-products.
• Reliable, punctual and able to work independently.
• Good communication skills and working English.
• Physically capable of assisting with loading and unloading where required.
• Legal right to work in the UK.
• Ideally based in Coalville, Leicestershire, or within a reasonable commuting distance.

Previous experience transporting meat products, animal by-products, food products, agricultural materials, chilled goods or similar loads would be an advantage.

What We Offer

• Full-time, permanent employment.
• Competitive salary, depending on experience.
• Company vehicle provided for business duties.
• Stable employment within a growing UK operation.
• Supportive and practical working environment.
• Opportunity to develop as the business grows.

Torva Europe UK Ltd is an equal opportunities employer.

Pay: £12.85-£15.00 per hour

Work Location: In person