Class 2 Driver (HGV) – Landscaping & Horticulture Deliveries
Location: Swanley, Kent – South East Based]
Salary: £33,000 – £40,000 per year (DOE)
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Hours: Monday to Friday (6:00am – 3:00pm) + occasional Saturdays as required
About the Role
We’re looking for a reliable and professional Class 2 Driver to join our team. This is more than just a driving job—you’ll be the face of our business, delivering plants, trees, and shrubs to customers across the South East.
This is a hands-on, physical role ideal for someone who enjoys being on the road, working outdoors, and delivering high-quality products that require care and attention. You’ll play a key role in ensuring our horticultural goods arrive safely and in excellent condition, while providing outstanding customer service.
If you take pride in your work, value safety, and enjoy interacting with customers, this role offers stability, development, and the chance to be part of a supportive team.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Delivering plants, trees, and shrubs safely and efficiently across the South East
- Carrying out daily vehicle checks to ensure compliance with legal and safety standards
- Loading and unloading delicate horticultural products with care
- Assessing delivery sites to ensure safe offloading and protecting customer property
- Securing loads correctly to prevent damage in transit
- Completing all delivery paperwork accurately, including returns and customer sign-off
- Reporting damages, defects, or maintenance issues promptly
- Maintaining a clean and presentable vehicle at all times
- Communicating effectively with the transport office, planners, and customers
- Complying with all UK driving laws, Working Time Directive, and FORS Silver standards
What We’re Looking For
Essential:
- Valid Class 2 (Category C) Licence
- Up-to-date Driver CPC
- Strong knowledge of UK road safety regulations
- Excellent customer service and communication skills
- Reliable, punctual, and safety-focused
- Ability to stay calm under pressure
Desirable (training provided):
- HIAB (crane) licence
- Counterbalance forklift licence
- Clean driving licence (max 6 points)
What You’ll Get
- Competitive salary up to £40K
- Your own dedicated truck
- Staff discount (after 3 months)
- Health benefits (after 3 months)
- Workplace pension (after 3 months)
- Ongoing training and career development
- Driver development and progression plan
Why Join Us?
You’ll be part of a business that takes pride in delivering high-quality plants and landscaping products. We value our drivers as the face of the company and invest in your development, safety, and long-term career.
Apply Now
If you're a dependable driver who takes pride in safety, service, and professionalism, we’d love to hear from you. Please email [email protected] with your CV and to request a full job description.
Closing date for applications: 30th May 2026