Class 2 Driver

Job Advert; Basildon; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent contract

On-going training

Competitive hourly rate

Job summary

Job Advert in Basildon, Essex, is seeking a professional Class 2 Driver to join our manufacturing team. The role is permanent, with a 08:00 to 17:00 Monday to Friday schedule and a pay rate of £17.36 per hour.

You will deliver and collect goods, perform daily vehicle checks, secure loads, and work closely with the transport team while ensuring compliance with transport legislation. A valid HGV Class 2 Licence and Driver CPC are required, along with a clean UK driving licence and the ability to

Qualifications

• HGV Class 2 licence required.
• Driver CPC qualification required.
• Experience in logistics, distribution or supply chain.
• Full UK driving licence with clean record.
• Experience driving in London preferred.
• Physically fit for manual handling.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Professional, reliable and safety-conscious.

Responsibilities

• Safely and efficiently deliver and collect goods.
• Complete daily vehicle safety checks and report defects.
• Load and unload vehicles and secure loads within weight limits.
• Complete delivery notes and verification paperwork for accuracy.
• Coordinate with transport team, suppliers and customers.
• Report accidents and near misses per company procedures.
• Comply with drivers' hours and transport regulations.

Skills

HGV Class 2

Driver CPC

Logistics experience

UK driving licence

London driving

Manual handling

Communication

Safety conscious

Professional

Job description

Class 2 Driver

Location: Basildon, Essex
Salary: £17.36 per hour
Hours: 08:00 - 17:00, Monday to Friday
Contract: Permanent

We are looking for a professional and experienced Class 2 Driver to join a leading manufacturing team in Basildon, Essex.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced driver who takes pride in delivering excellent customer service, works safely and efficiently, and has a strong understanding of transport legislation and compliance.

Duties of the Class 2 Driver:

• Safely and efficiently deliver and collect goods
• Complete daily vehicle safety checks and report any defects promptly
• Load and unload vehicles, ensuring all loads are safely secured and within legal weight limits
• Accurately complete delivery notes, collection paperwork and check loaded goods to ensure the correct products are delivered to the correct locations
• Work closely with the transport team, suppliers and customers
• Report any accidents, incidents and near misses in accordance with company procedures
• Comply with drivers' hours, working time regulations and all relevant transport legislation

What we're looking for:

• A valid HGV Class 2 Licence and a valid Driver CPC qualification
• Previous experience within a logistics distribution and supply chain enviroment
• A full, clean UK driving licence
• Excellent knowledge and experience of driving in London
• Physically fit and able to undertake manual handling duties
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• A professional, reliable and safety-conscious approach to work

What's on Offer:

• A competitive salary of £17.36 per hour
• Monday to Friday working days, 08:00 - 17:00
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• A long-term opportunity with a permanent contract