Trainee HGV Driver
| Posting date: | 27 June 2025 |
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| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 25 July 2025 |
| Location: | Suffolk, CB8 7ER |
| Company: | Huws Gray |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | ORG4285-NY1341211NewTHD |
Summary
We have an exciting opportunity for a Trainee HGV Driver to join our team in Newmarket.
Full HGV training will be provided. In addition, the role offers a competitive salary, a range of great benefits and the opportunity to join one of the UK’s Largest Independent Builders Merchants.
Huws Gray Group are a fast-growing Builders Merchant and since the formation in 1990, have developed from a single branch of 5 staff in Anglesey to over 250 locations nationwide with over 4500 colleagues. Our brands include: Huws Gray, Hirebase, Civils & Lintels, NDI and PDM to name a few.
Are you:
Interested in training to become an HGV driver, a role that is seen as an ambassador for our Company
A driver with a full clean driving licence or;
A driver who has let their Drivers Qualification Card (DQC) lapse
We can offer the following:
Full HGV training or renewal of DQC
Hiab and forklift training
Competitive rates of pay for guaranteed weekly hours & regular Saturday overtime
24 days annual leave plus public and bank holidays (thats 32 days a year)
Company attendance and performance bonuses
Contributory pension and life assurance
Discounts on high street retailers, supermarkets, restaurants, gyms and cinemas
Colleague discount across our group brands
Attraction and travel discounts
Career progression and personal development opportunities
We offer on-the-job training and opportunities to work towards recognised qualifications, including apprenticeships.
Whilst in training, you will work in the yard, learn about our products and customer service.
At Huws Gray, we believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce makes us stronger, smarter and better at serving our customers.
We’re proud to be an equal opportunities employer and we are committed to creating a respectful and inclusive workplace, whether you’re based in one of our branches, on the road or in one of our offices.
If you need any adjustments to support you through the application or interview process, please let us know.
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Full HGV training will be provided. In addition, the role offers a competitive salary, a range of great benefits and the opportunity to join one of the UK’s Largest Independent Builders Merchants.
Huws Gray Group are a fast-growing Builders Merchant and since the formation in 1990, have developed from a single branch of 5 staff in Anglesey to over 250 locations nationwide with over 4500 colleagues. Our brands include: Huws Gray, Hirebase, Civils & Lintels, NDI and PDM to name a few.
Are you:
Interested in training to become an HGV driver, a role that is seen as an ambassador for our Company
A driver with a full clean driving licence or;
A driver who has let their Drivers Qualification Card (DQC) lapse
We can offer the following:
Full HGV training or renewal of DQC
Hiab and forklift training
Competitive rates of pay for guaranteed weekly hours & regular Saturday overtime
24 days annual leave plus public and bank holidays (thats 32 days a year)
Company attendance and performance bonuses
Contributory pension and life assurance
Discounts on high street retailers, supermarkets, restaurants, gyms and cinemas
Colleague discount across our group brands
Attraction and travel discounts
Career progression and personal development opportunities
We offer on-the-job training and opportunities to work towards recognised qualifications, including apprenticeships.
Whilst in training, you will work in the yard, learn about our products and customer service.
At Huws Gray, we believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce makes us stronger, smarter and better at serving our customers.
We’re proud to be an equal opportunities employer and we are committed to creating a respectful and inclusive workplace, whether you’re based in one of our branches, on the road or in one of our offices.
If you need any adjustments to support you through the application or interview process, please let us know.
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