Position: Logistics Operative (HGV Class 2 Driver)
Location: Dignity Manufacturing, Hutton Cranswick, Nr Driffield.
Job Type: Full-time, permanent – average 48 hours per week
Salary: Up to £38,000 DOE
We’re looking for an experienced and reliable HGV Class 2 Driver to join our team at Life Services Group as a Logistics Operative. This is an important role within our logistics operation, responsible for the safe, timely and respectful delivery of our Manufacturing products across our UK funeral network, including Northern Ireland.
This role offers the opportunity to play a vital part in supporting our funeral teams, ensuring they have the products they need to provide families with the care and service they deserve.
Why This Role Matters
At Dignity, we understand that every detail matters when supporting families through difficult times. As a Logistics Operative, you’ll play an essential role behind the scenes, ensuring products are delivered safely, accurately and on time.
Your professionalism, reliability and attention to detail will help our funeral teams continue to provide a dignified and seamless service to families across the country.
Your Impact and Responsibilities
Being a Logistics Operative means more than simply getting from A to B. You’ll be responsible for ensuring deliveries are completed safely, efficiently and with the care and sensitivity expected when representing Dignity.
As a Logistics Operative (HGV Class 2 Driver), you will:
- Drive Class 2 HGV vehicles to deliver coffins and other Dignity Manufacturing products across the UK, including Northern Ireland.
- Complete multidrop deliveries safely, accurately and within agreed schedules.
- Handle coffins and other products with the utmost care, dignity and respect.
- Load and unload goods safely and efficiently.
- Plan and organise efficient delivery routes, taking account of traffic conditions and delivery timeframes.
- Monitor traffic reports and adapt routes where necessary to ensure timely deliveries.
- Complete all delivery paperwork and maintain accurate logbooks and records.
- Ensure compliance with legal driving hours, transport regulations and Dignity's health and safety procedures.
- Carry out routine vehicle checks, including oil, tyre and brake checks, and report any defects or maintenance requirements.
- Operate commercial vehicles efficiently, including vehicles over 7.5 tonnes.
- Communicate professionally and respectfully with colleagues, funeral directors, customers and other stakeholders.
- Resolve unexpected issues, such as route changes or vehicle problems, calmly and efficiently.
- Maintain high standards of professionalism, vehicle presentation and safety at all times.
- Work collaboratively with our logistics and funeral service teams to ensure deliveries support the smooth running of our operations.
- Undertake both short- and long-distance journeys, including overnight stays away from home where required.
Skills and Knowledge
We’re looking for someone who:
- Holds a valid HGV Class 2 Driving Licence (Essential).
- Holds a current Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC).
- Has proven experience driving HGVs safely and efficiently.
- Has experience operating commercial vehicles up to and over 7.5 tonnes.
- Has experience using and managing demountable boxes.
- Has excellent route-planning and navigation skills, using GPS and/or maps.
- Demonstrates strong time-management and organisational skills.
- Has excellent attention to detail when checking loads, deliveries and documentation.
- Has good verbal and written communication skills.
- Has basic mechanical knowledge and can identify and report routine vehicle issues.
- Is calm and confident when dealing with unexpected situations or changes to delivery schedules.
- Is reliable, punctual and flexible in their approach to work.
- Is comfortable undertaking long-distance driving and working from a vehicle for extended periods.
- Understands the importance of empathy, sensitivity and professionalism when representing Dignity.
- Works well independently while also being a supportive and collaborative team member.
What you can expect from us
We believe in rewarding our colleagues with a strong, supportive benefits package that helps you feel secure, valued and able to grow.
- Time to recharge – Up to 25 days’ annual leave (increasing with service) plus bank holidays, giving you the time you need to rest and reset.
- A little extra reward – Opportunity to earn a yearly bonus of up to £300–£500 in recognition of your contribution.
- Planning for your future – 4% matched pension to help you build long-term financial security.
- Peace of mind – Life assurance cover at 2x your salary to support your loved ones.
- Everyday savings and perks – Access to MyStaffShop, our employee rewards platform, offering savings across high street and online retailers, alongside eyecare support, flu jab reimbursement and lifestyle discounts.
- Support when you need it – Access to a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, occupational health services and confidential counselling.
- Learn and grow with us – Ongoing training and development, including internal learning pathways and apprenticeship opportunities.
- Making work easier – Free on-site parking available at most of our locations.
What are the next steps?
To join us in this role, hit the 'apply' button to submit your application, and a member of our Talent Acquisition Team will be in touch!
Why Life Services Group
Life Services Group exists to help every family in Britain navigate the hardest moments of life. We bring together trusted names across funeral services, crematoria and cemeteries, legal services, direct cremation and wills, including Dignity Funeral Directors, CMG, Simplicity Cremations, Dignity Legal Services and Farewill, so families can get more of the support they need in one place.
Our ambition is to support one in three families across the UK as they plan for, navigate and deal with death. We want to set a new standard for care, service and simplicity across the sector.
Death is part of life, and being there for families when it matters is what we do. That means making difficult moments feel more supported, more straightforward and more human.
We are building a modern group that supports families at every stage, from planning ahead with wills and funeral plans, to arranging a funeral, cremation or burial, and managing probate afterwards. This is a defining moment for our business. With stronger foundations, clearer strategy and real momentum, we can change end-of-life care for the better. We are modernising how we work, investing in our colleagues and technology, and helping more families than any one brand could alone.
Wherever you work in Life Services Group, in one of our local teams, specialist brands or group functions, you’ll be part of work with meaningful purpose. You will help families through some of life’s hardest and most important moments.
Across all our brands, we want colleagues to grow with us through better training, stronger support, modern tools and clearer opportunities to build skills and confidence. You’ll be part of teams who care deeply about what they do, look out for each other and take pride in doing work that matters.
You will also help shape the future of end-of-life care. That means making support simpler, more connected and more human for families, while each brand keeps the identity, expertise and community connection people already know and trust.
If you want a career with meaningful purpose, room to grow with us and the chance to shape the future, find your Life’s work.
FCA Statement
Dignity is part of a group that includes FCA-regulated activities, and some roles may be subject to relevant training, screening, conduct, and regulatory requirements. This will be confirmed as part of the recruitment process.
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