Class 2 Driver

The Best Connection Group Limited; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-going assignments

CPC training

Shifts to suit you

Overtime

On-Line Payslips

Pension (Contributory)

PAYE payroll

Job summary

The Best Connection Group Limited is recruiting on behalf of DHL in Doncaster to cover sickness and holiday leave for a Class 2 (C) Driver. You will deliver tiles, kitchen and bathroom products to homes, sites and businesses, combining driving with physical work and strong customer service.

A driving assessment and induction are required before starting. Start date: 9 November 2026. Shifts are Monday to Friday with pay rates £18.00/hour (holiday pay accrued) or £20.18/hour (holiday pay included).

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid HGV Class 2 (Cat C) driving licence.
• Must hold a valid Driver CPC qualification card.
• Must hold a valid Digital Tachograph card.
• Minimum 12 months recent Class 2 driving experience.
• Experience with tail lifts and electric pallet trucks is advantageous.
• Good manual handling ability.
• Reliable, professional and safety-conscious approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Multi-drop delivery of tiles and kitchen/bathroom products to residential addresses, construction sites and businesses.
• Use of electric pallet trucks to assist with loading/unloading pallets.
• Drive in a safe and compliant manner per Drivers' Hours regulations and Working Time Directive.
• Carry out daily vehicle checks and report defects.
• Ensure deliveries are completed accurately and on schedule.
• Adhere to health and safety procedures and road traffic regulations.
• Provide excellent customer service during deliveries and collections.

Skills

HGV Class 2 driving licence

Driver CPC

Digital Tachograph Card

12 months Class 2 experience

Tail lifts / electric pallet trucks

Manual handling

Safety-conscious

Customer service

Job description

Pay Rate: £18.00 per hour (Holiday pay accrued) / £20.18 per hour (Holiday pay included)

Holiday Pay: You can choose to have your holiday pay accrued and paid when you take annual leave, or receive it as rolled-up holiday pay within your regular wages. The rolled-up rate includes the applicable holiday pay uplift.

Days of Work: Monday to Friday

Assignment Type: Sickness & Holiday Cover

Start Date: 9th November 2026

The Best Connection is proud to be recruiting on behalf of our well-known client DHL for a Class 2 (C) Driver to join their busy distribution operation in Doncaster (DN4 5NT). This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced and professional driver to play a key role in ensuring operations run smoothly and efficiently by delivering goods safely, securely and on time. This position is to provide sickness and holiday cover, with a start date of 9th November 2026.

About the Role

Working as part of a dedicated transport team, you will be responsible for delivering tiles, kitchen products and bathroom products to residential properties, building sites and commercial customers. This role combines driving and physical work, requiring excellent customer service skills and a commitment to safety and compliance.

Please note: A driving assessment and induction will be required prior to starting work.

Your Duties Will Include:

• Multi-drop delivery of tiles and kitchen/bathroom products to residential addresses, construction sites and businesses.


• Use of electric pallet trucks to assist with the loading and unloading of pallets.


• Driving in a safe and efficient manner in accordance with Drivers' Hours regulations and the Working Time Directive.


• Carrying out daily vehicle checks and reporting any defects.


• Ensuring all deliveries are completed accurately and on schedule.


• Adhering to health and safety procedures, road traffic legislation and company policies at all times.


• Providing excellent customer service during all deliveries and collections.

What We're Looking For:

• Valid HGV Class 2 (Category C) Driving Licence.


• Valid Driver CPC Qualification Card.


• Valid Digital Tachograph Card.


• Minimum of 12 months recent Class 2 driving experience.


• Experience within a similar driving role would be advantageous.


• Previous use of tail lifts and electric pallet trucks is beneficial.


• Comfortable with manual handling duties.


• A reliable, professional and safety-conscious approach to work.


• Strong communication and customer service skills.

Benefits of Working for The Best Connection Include:

• On-going Assignments throughout 2026


• Online registration


• CPC training


• Shifts to suit you


• Overtime


• On-Line Payslips


• Contributory Pension Provision


• PAYE payroll (no admin fees to pay)

The Best Connection Group Limited was formed in 1991. The company has a network of 80+ branches throughout the UK and specialises in the supply of temporary labour to the industrial, HGV, warehouse and distribution sectors.