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Posted 28 June, 2026

Trainee HGV Driver

Brakes
Portbury, England, United Kingdom Full Time
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Join Our Team as a Van Driver!

Salary: £32,617 per year, with a fantastic range of benefits, increasing to £42,922 upon qualification!

Hours: 45 hours per week, Monday to Friday, starting between 04:00 - 06:00, with 1 in 3 Saturdays (and a rest day during the week).

Are you ready to kickstart your professional driving career? Join us for world-class, award-winning training and experience high operational standards. As a Van Driver, you’ll be the face of our business, delivering both food and non-food products to various locations each day. No two days will be the same, and you’ll have the opportunity to meet a diverse range of customers along your route!

Your Responsibilities:

  • Deliver products to multiple locations while ensuring excellent customer service.
  • Conduct regular checks on your multi-temperature van and ensure DVSA compliance.
  • Participate in a comprehensive induction program.
  • Embark on our award-winning HGV Development Programme to gain your Class 2 Driver qualification within 6 months.

What We’re Looking For:

To thrive in this role, you’ll need:

  • A full clean Driving Licence.
  • Previous multidrop or van driving experience is a plus!
  • A strong ambition and commitment to becoming a qualified HGV 2 driver through our development programme.
  • Excellent communication skills and a friendly, approachable demeanor.
  • A passion for delivering exceptional service in everything you do.

Working Conditions:

Enjoy a dynamic work environment with a supportive team, where every day brings new challenges and opportunities for growth!

Why Join Us?

In addition to a competitive salary and 31 days of annual leave (including statutory), you can look forward to an array of fantastic benefits:

  • Wagestream: Access to an app for early salary access and financial wellbeing support.
  • Additional Annual Leave: Option to purchase extra days off.
  • Help at Hand: 24/7 GP appointments, physiotherapy, and health services for you and your family.
  • Life Assurance: Peace of mind for you and your loved ones.
  • Sysco Perks: Discounts on a wide range of products and services, from gym memberships to grocery shopping.
  • Product Discounts: Enjoy our products at heavily discounted prices.
  • Subsidised Canteen: Enjoy affordable meals during your breaks.

Ready to take the next step in your career? Join us and drive your future forward!

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