Selecta

Fully managed self-serve coffee, meals, beverages

HGV Driver / Installation Operative

Truck & Heavy Vehicle DrivingConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeYate, Bristol, UK£38.8k - £47.5k

About the Job

Requirements

Hold a valid Class 1 (C+E) and/or Class 2 (Category C) 7.5T C1 HGV licence.
Hold a valid Driver CPC qualification.
Hold a Digital Tachograph Card.
Have experience operating HGV vehicles safely and professionally.
Have experience in manual handling and physical delivery work.
Have strong customer service and communication skills.
Be able to work independently and as part of a team.
Have a good understanding of health and safety requirements.
Have a flexible approach to working hours and nationwide travel.
Be able to regularly lift, push, pull, and manoeuvre heavy equipment; undertake frequent manual handling; and work at customer sites, warehouses, and external environments.
Be able to travel and work away from home when required.

Responsibilities

Safely operate Class 1 and Class 2 vehicles in accordance with company policies and road transport legislation.
Conduct daily vehicle checks and report defects promptly.
Complete deliveries safely, efficiently, and on schedule.
Secure loads correctly and transport equipment without damage.
Maintain accurate delivery documentation and records.
Deliver, manoeuvre, position, and assist with installing vending machines and related equipment.
Carry out manual handling safely in line with company procedures and risk assessments.
Use specialist handling equipment where required.
Assist with machine positioning, unloading, and site set-up activities.
Ensure installations meet customer requirements and company standards.
Act as the primary company representative at customer sites and build positive relationships with customers and site contacts.
Communicate professionally and courteously, and update customers on delivery and installation progress.
Escalate customer concerns or site issues to management promptly.
Comply with road transport legislation, including Drivers' Hours, the Working Time Directive, and tachograph regulations.
Follow company health and safety procedures, complete site risk assessments where required, wear appropriate personal protective equipment, and maintain safe working practices.
Report accidents, incidents, near misses, or damage immediately.
Support route planning and scheduling activities.
Work closely with transport, operations, and installation teams.
Assist with collection, relocation, and removal of vending machines as required.
Maintain company equipment and vehicles in a clean and serviceable condition.
Undertake additional operational duties as reasonably required.
Receive training to support the commissioning and technical setup of vending machines and associated equipment as part of the role development pathway.

Desired Qualifications

Experience delivering or installing vending machines, catering equipment, or similar products.
Experience using lifting, moving, or handling equipment.
First Aid qualification.
Forklift, HIAB, or Moffett certification.

HGV Driver / Installation Operative

Selecta · Yate, United Kingdom · Full-time · Posted 2026-08-13

Salary: GBP 38,800–47,500

Workplace: on_site

Department: Technical Excellence

Description

Role Purpose

The HGV Driver / Installation Operative is responsible for the safe transportation, delivery, positioning, and installation of vending machines and associated equipment at customer locations throughout the UK.

The role requires Class 1 and/or Class 2 driving duties combined with manual handling, customer-facing responsibilities, and installation support. As the first point of contact on-site, the successful candidate will represent the company professionally, ensuring excellent customer service and a positive customer experience throughout the delivery and installation process.

Key Responsibilities

Transport & Delivery

Safely operate Class 1 and Class 2 vehicles in accordance with company policies and road transport legislation.
Conduct daily vehicle checks and report any defects promptly.
Ensure all deliveries are completed safely, efficiently, and on schedule.
Secure loads correctly and ensure equipment is transported without damage.
Maintain accurate delivery documentation and records.

Installation & Manual Handling

Deliver, manoeuvre, position, and assist with the installation of vending machines and related equipment.
Carry out manual handling activities safely in line with company procedures and risk assessments.
Use specialist handling equipment where required.
Assist with machine positioning, unloading, and site set-up activities.
Ensure installations are completed to customer requirements and company standards.

Customer Service

Act as the primary company representative on customer sites.
Build positive relationships with customers and site contacts.
Communicate professionally and courteously at all times.
Provide updates to customers regarding delivery and installation progress.
Escalate any customer concerns or site issues to management promptly.

Health, Safety & Compliance

Comply with all road transport legislation, including Drivers' Hours, Working Time Directive, and tachograph regulations.
Follow all company health and safety procedures.
Complete site risk assessments where required.
Wear appropriate PPE and maintain safe working practices.
Report accidents, incidents, near misses, or damage immediately.

Operational Support

Support route planning and scheduling activities.
Work closely with transport, operations, and installation teams.
Assist with collection, relocation, and removal of vending machines as required.
Maintain company equipment and vehicles in a clean and serviceable condition.
Undertake additional operational duties as reasonably required.

Requirements

Valid Class 1 (C+E) and/or Class 2 (Category C) 7.5T C1 HGV Licence.
Valid Driver CPC qualification.
Digital Tachograph Card.
Experience operating HGV vehicles safely and professionally.
Experience in manual handling and physical delivery work.
Strong customer service and communication skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Good understanding of health and safety requirements.
Flexible approach to working hours and nationwide travel.

Desirable

Experience delivering or installing vending machines, catering equipment, or similar products.
Experience using lifting, moving, or handling equipment.
First Aid qualification.
Forklift, HIAB, or Moffett certification.

Key Competencies

Customer Focus
Professionalism
Safety Awareness
Reliability
Problem Solving
Teamwork
Attention to Detail
Communication Skills

Physical Requirements

Regular lifting, pushing, pulling, and manoeuvring of heavy equipment.
Frequent manual handling activities.
Ability to work at customer sites, warehouses, and external environments.
Ability to travel and work away from home when required.

At Selecta, we're passionate about delivering exceptional service and helping millions of consumers and employees stay refreshed throughout the day. As a leading international provider of unattended food, drink and convenience solutions, we partner with world-class brands and operate across extensive national networks.

Innovation, safety, and customer experience are at the heart of everything we do. We're proud to create workplace experiences that make a difference, one coffee, one snack, and one smile at a time.

Technical Development & Commissioning

As part of the role development pathway, the HGV Driver / Installation Technician will receive training to support the commissioning and technical setup of vending machines and associated equipment.

Benefits

At Selecta, we recognize that our people are key to our success. In return for your commitment and contribution, we offer:

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Life assurance equivalent to 2x your annual salary
Five weeks of occupational paid sick leave
Free parking at our Head Office and depot locations
Complimentary tea and coffee at our offices
Strong leadership and a collaborative working environment
Employee recognition schemes to celebrate success and achievement
Mental health and wellbeing support, including access to Mental Health First Aiders
The opportunity to work for an international market leader with well-known global brands

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About the Company

Selecta

Fully managed self-serve coffee, meals, beverages

Selecta provides fully managed self-serve food and beverage solutions across Europe, operating smart fridges, vending machines, coffee systems and micro markets in workplaces and public spaces. It designs, stocks and services these units through a route-based distribution network and a mix of digital tools and on-site teams, allowing people to access meals, snacks and drinks on demand. The company stands out by offering end-to-end managed service at scale with a strong focus on sustainability through EcoJoy, responsible sourcing and circular solutions backed by a large network of service technicians. Its goal is to create millions of moments of joy every day by delivering convenient, self-serve experiences while advancing sustainability.

Company size: 1,001-5,000
Company stage: Debt Financing
Total funding: $418M
Headquarters: Cham, Switzerland
Founded: 1957

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