Class 2 ADR Seasonal Bulk Driver

Manpower; Warrington; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Class 2 ADR Seasonal Bulk Driver in Warrington. You will be responsible for delivering to customer sites, conducting vehicle checks, and ensuring compliance with UK transport laws. Applicants must possess a Full UK driving licence and a current ADR licence. The position offers a competitive pay rate of £14.42 per hour with a full-time commitment.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Full UK driving licence valid for the vehicle category.
• Current ADR licence including Core, Tanks & Class 2 is essential.
• Understanding of Health and Safety regulations is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily vehicle checks and log issues.
• Ensure compliance with UK transport legislation.
• Communicate with Logistics Planners regarding deliveries.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Confidence working autonomously

Education

Full UK driving licence

Current ADR licence

Job description

Overview

Seasonal Bulk Driver

Location: Stanlow (CH65)

Pay Rate: £14.42ph

Shift Times: 48 hrs a week. Monday-Friday (flexibility to work across the weekend & Bank Holidays is also required). 6 month fixed term contract.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily scheduled checks on the vehicle before commencing delivery and after completion of the daily activities. Log and report all damages and vehicle defects.
• Ensure compliance with UK transport legislation regarding tachographs, driving hours and records.
• Check and report all customer sites conform with safety, signage, housekeeping (standard of paintwork, shrubbery, fences, walls) using the prescribed format.
• Communicate with the Logistics Planners on a regular basis, particularly when updating delays or disruptions of the delivery schedule and over/or under stock vehicle situation.
• Carry sufficient documentation confirming competence and authorisation to drive the company vehicle. Ensure the vehicle displays the required HAZCHEM signs and instructions in writing.
• Ensure a properly completed meter ticket is produced, showing quantity of gas delivered and, where possible, obtain a customer signature as proof of delivery.
• Load and discharge vehicles in accordance with prescribed HSE standards and ensure no customer tank is filled to more than 85% of tank capacity.
• Support and cover on-call arrangements including weekends and bank holidays.
• Report all competitor activities discovered during the performance of duties to the Area Operations Supervisor.
• Undertake training as deemed necessary by the company to assist in the performance of duties.
• Start times: Roughly 06:00 each morning; drivers can decide start time once in, as long as the work is completed each day (typical shifts ~10–12 hours).

Key facts

• Working within a matrix organisation, reporting to the Site Operations Manager.
• Team of circa 70 drivers located around the UK.
• Daily travel required to deliver to customer sites within a set radius; further UK travel required to cover on call.

Qualifications and Essentials

• Full UK driving licence, including authorisation for the category of vehicle to be driven.
• Current ADR licence, including Core, Tanks & Class 2.
• Understanding of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) provided.
• Working knowledge of the Health and Safety at Work Act.
• Understanding of HSE risks, emergency procedures, escape routes and fire prevention conditions.
• Understanding of incident reporting and safe operating procedures.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under pressure within a seasonal business.
• Confidence working autonomously.

Recruitment process

• HR screen over telephone.
• Face to face competency-based interview with Site Operations Manager & HR Business Partner.
• Practical assessment session with internal Driver Trainer.
• Apply now for immediate consideration.

Job Info

• Job Title: Class 2 ADR Seasonal Bulk Driver
• Company: Manpower
• Location: Warrington, Cheshire
• Posted: Sep 11th 2025
• Closes: Oct 12th 2025
• Sector: Distribution
• Contract: Temporary
• Hours: Full Time