HGV Class 2 Tipper Driver 8 wheeler

  • Sauka Groundworks Limited
  • Colchester, Essex
  • Oct 07, 2025
Full time Transportation Automotive

Job Description

HGV Class 2 Tipper Driver needed to operate one of our 8 wheeler trucks Mon-Fri with the occasional Saturday work when available.

You will be operating in and around the Colchester, Ipswich, Braintree, Chelmsford areas but we may venture a bit further afield in Essex, Suffolk & Norfolk when needed.

Yard & start place of work each day will be in Ardleigh, Essex.

Tipper experience is a big plus but not vital and you must hold clean licences and CPC

We also pay a weekly bonus based on certain criteria

MAIN TASKS OF JOB:

Daily Inspections to be carried out prior to driving.
Ensure you have received your work schedule via transport office.
Supervise the loading of the vehicle so that products are safely encumbered and secure to minimise chances of damage.
Ensure with Transport Manager and Loader that the load is correct against the customers' orders.
Ensure that on arrival the delivery is safe to execute and respect customer's property; if in doubt, consult with customer and/or Transport Manager.
Check goods off with Customers and obtain signature and print.
Handle customer issues on delivery effectively. Contact Transport Manager or planner for assistance if necessary.
Carry out deliveries in a timely and safe manner and provide excellent customer service.
Drive the vehicle safely and in accordance with the law.
Drive within the tachograph law and driver hours limits.
Ensure condition of the vehicle and ensure that it is not subjected to unnecessary damage.
Maintain the cleanliness of the driving cab.
Report any accidents as soon as possible and in compliance with the company's accident reporting procedure
PPE to worn around Plant and Site
To comply with the company's Health, Safety and Environmental policy, highlighting any issues appropriately.
To act in accordance with the company's Health, Safety and Environmental policies, procedures and practices.
Performs other duties as directed

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE:

Enthusiastic, committed and a fast learner with previous experience of a busy environment.
Must have Class 2 HGV Licence and Driver Tachograph Card with good experience tipper driving.
Strong communication skills and willingness to take instruction.
Ability to work with individuals and liaise with external customers and contacts.
Solid organisational skills.

_The above is not an exhaustive list of duties and you will be expected to perform different tasks as necessitated._

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From £13.50 per hour

Expected hours: 50 - 60 per week

Benefits:
Company pension

Experience:
Tipper driving: 5 years (required)

Licence/Certification:
HGV Licence (required)

Work Location: On the road

Reference ID: HGV Class 2 8 Wheeler Tipper Driver
Expected start date: 29/09/2025