Class 2 (Cat C) HGV Driver

Driver Hire/dh Recruitment (Torbay); Highweek; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A transportation and logistics recruitment agency in Highweek is looking for a Class 2 driver for a temp-to-perm position. The role involves multi-drop deliveries to various hospitality venues across the South West, providing an opportunity for long-term stability and structured routes. Ideal candidates will require a Class 2 HGV licence, Driver CPC, and a digital tachograph card. The position offers a starting salary of £34,000, rising to £36,000 after a successful probation period.

Benefits

Long-term, stable work

No overnight stays

Temp-to-perm opportunity

Qualifications

• Previous multi-drop experience is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Class 2 multi-drop deliveries to pubs and restaurants.
• Manual handling involved.
• Delivering a professional, customer-focused service.
• Completing deliveries safely, efficiently, and on time.
• Maintaining vehicle and delivery paperwork standards.

Skills

Good customer service skills

Reliable approach to early starts

Education

Full HGV Category C (Class 2) licence

Driver CPC

Digital Tachograph Card

Job description

Job details

• Full Time
• Permanent
• Newton Abbot
• Posted on 15 January 2026
• Job Ref: 948/01529
• Salary: £34,000.00 - £36,000.00 per year

Driver Hire/dh Recruitment (Torbay) is recruiting a Class 2 (Cat C) driver for a temp-to-perm opportunity with a well‑established food distribution client operating across the South West. This is a multi‑drop role, delivering to pubs, restaurants, and hospitality venues. The position offers long‑term stability, structured routes, and the opportunity to move into a permanent salaried role following a successful probation period.

Working Pattern

• Thursday to Monday
• 5:00am starts
• Multi-drop deliveries to hospitality customers
• South West regional routes

Pay & Benefits

• Salaried role (exact salary to be confirmed)
• Starting salary circa £34,000+, rising to circa £36,000+ following successful completion of a 6-month probation period
• Temp-to-perm opportunity
• Long‑term, stable work
• No overnight stays

(Final salary figures to be confirmed and will be updated once available)

The Role

• Class 2 multi-drop deliveries to pubs and restaurants
• Manual handling involved
• Delivering a professional, customer-focused service
• Completing deliveries safely, efficiently, and on time
• Maintaining vehicle and delivery paperwork standards

Job Requirements

• Full HGV Category C (Class 2) licence
• Driver CPC
• Digital Tachograph Card
• Previous multi-drop experience is beneficial
• Good customer service skills and a reliable approach to early starts

How to Apply

For more information, contact Driver Hire/dh Recruitment (Torbay) on 01364 644149 or simply click "apply".

About Driver Hire And Dh Recruitment (Torbay)

Driver Hire and dh Recruitment (Torbay) provides both transport and non‑transport recruitment services to companies in South Devon. With a network of more than 100 offices throughout the UK and more than 40 years of experience, we combine national strength with local expertise to provide dependable staffing solutions.

With close ties to Exeter and Plymouth, we use Driver Hire to hire qualified drivers and logisticians in Torquay, Newton Abbot, Paignton, Totnes, South Brent, Kingsbridge, Salcombe, and the surrounding areas. We provide 7.5‑tonne van drivers, multi‑drop drivers, forklift operators, warehouse employees, driver's companions, and HGV Class 1 and Class 2 drivers. We provide full‑time hours, permanent opportunities, and temporary work.

We also support a broader range of positions outside the transport industry through dh Recruitment (Torbay). This includes positions in administration, customer service, manufacturing, skilled trades, cleaning, retail support, and general labour. We match individuals with the right skills to the right environment, whether a company needs temporary coverage, seasonal employees, or a permanent hire.

The comments we get make us proud. 996 people responded to our most recent candidate survey in December 2024, and 97% of them stated they were proud to work for Driver Hire. Based on 386 responses in December 2024, 98% of our customers gave our service a ‘Good’ or ‘Excellent’ rating.

These outcomes demonstrate our dedication to providing a recruitment service that is direct, courteous, and people‑focused.