Class 2 Driver

ATL Transport; Carlisle; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Night out allowance

Company pension

Life insurance

On-site parking

Job summary

Ascott Transport Limited is seeking an HGV Class 2 driver for the Carlisle area. The role involves multidrop deliveries, obtaining customer signatures, and daily vehicle defect reporting.

You will communicate with the transport office, perform safety checks, and ensure compliance with VOSA regulations. Hours are typically 07:00–16:00 with nine-hour shifts; some nights out are required with a night out allowance of £26.20.

Qualifications

• Experience in multidrop operations.
• Valid Class 2 licence.
• Driver CPC certificate required or in certificate.

Responsibilities

• Deliver goods as per manifest sheet.
• Obtain customer signatures as proof of delivery.
• Complete daily defect reporting of vehicles.
• Communicate with transport office staff.
• Conduct vehicle checks for roadworthiness and compliance.
• Adhere to Health and Safety regulations.
• Support and follow Quality Policy objectives.
• Participate in annual appraisal policy.
• Unload trailers safely and secure loads.

Skills

Multidrop experience

Class 2 licence

Driver CPC

Education

Driver CPC certification

Job description

HGV Class 2 Driver - Carlisle

Ascott Transport Limited is a family owned, rapidly growing force in the delivery of customer focused transport and distribution solutions. We are trusted by some of the biggest household names in the UK across food, engineering and automotive sectors.

We pride ourselves for our commitment to create a supportive, encouraging and progressive workplace. We believe in supporting and investing in our employees' talents to grow and develop within ATL.

Hours of work: Varied start times 9 hours per day usually 07:00-16:00

Some nights out during the week. Night out allowance paid £26.20

Happy to take newly qualified drivers.

About HGV Class 2 Driver

Responsibilities of HGV Class 2 Driver

• Deliver goods as per manifest sheet.
• Obtain customer signatures as proof of delivery.
• Completion of daily defect reporting of vehicles.
• Communicate with Transport office staff.
• Vehicle checks to ensure roadworthiness and compliance with VOSA regulations.
• Compliance with Health and Safety (SSOW) and other related legislation.
• Support, comply and ensure complicity with the companies Quality Policy Document and its objectives of delivering a profitable and unrivalled quality service admired by competitors.
• To participate in the business's annual appraisal policy
• Completion of defect reporting of trailers.
• Unload trailers in a safe and efficient manner taking in all aspects H&S.
• Support, comply and ensure complicity with the company's Quality Policy Document and its objectives of delivering a profitable and unrivalled quality service admired by competitors.
• Ensuring vehicles are loaded in a safe manner and goods are secured appropriately.

Requirements:

• Experience in Multidrop
• Class 2 licence

We provide a supportive work environment where you can gain hands‑on experience and receive guidance from experienced professionals. This is a great opportunity for a motivated individual who is eager to develop their career in the Transport and Warehouse Industry.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Life insurance
• On‑site parking

Licence/Certification:

• Driver CPC

Work Location: In person