Class 2 Driver

Tall Grass Recruitment; Kingsnorth; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Tall Grass Recruitment is seeking an experienced HGV Class 2 (Category C) Driver to join our client as a Multiskilled Collection Driver. You will drive a Class 2 vehicle to collect workshop waste and used oil from customer sites, delivering a professional service while ensuring safety and compliance.

This Monday–Friday, 18.00 per hour role offers varied work across multiple sites with occasional overnight stays.

Qualifications

• HGV Class 2 / Category C licence is essential.
• ADR licence is desirable.
• Flexibility for occasional overnight stays.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• Strong focus on Health & Safety.

Responsibilities

• Drive an HGV Class 2 vehicle to collect workshop waste and used oil.
• Complete collections safely and efficiently across sites.
• Complete all relevant electronic paperwork and consignments.
• Perform daily vehicle walk-round checks and comply with driving regs.
• Maintain compliance with policies and legislation.
• Follow Health & Safety requirements and provide a professional service.
• Interact with customers and resolve on-site issues.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Health & Safety awareness

Problem-solving

Independent worker

Job description

We are currently recruiting for an experienced HGV Class 2 (Category C) Driver to join our client's team as a Multiskilled Collection Driver.

This is a varied role involving the collection of workshop waste and used oil from customer sites. You'll be responsible for delivering a professional service while ensuring all driving, safety and compliance requirements are met.

The Role

• Driving an HGV Class 2 vehicle to carry out workshop waste and used oil collections.


• Completing collections safely and efficiently across various customer sites.


• Completing all relevant electronic paperwork and information to generate consignment notes.


• Carrying out daily vehicle walk-round checks and ensuring all relevant driving and working time regulations are followed.


• Maintaining full compliance with company policies, procedures and relevant legislation.


• Following all company Health & Safety requirements.


• Providing a professional and friendly service when dealing with customers and members of the public.


• Identifying and resolving issues that may arise on-site or while travelling between locations.

About You

We're looking for someone who is reliable, professional and comfortable working independently as well as part of a team.

You will need:

• A valid HGV Class 2 (Category C) licence.


• Flexibility to work occasional overnight stays from Monday to Friday when required.


• Good communication and customer service skills.


• A positive attitude and professional approach.


• Strong logical thinking and problem-solving skills.


• The ability to work effectively as part of a team.


• Good attention to detail and a strong focus on Health & Safety.

Licences & Qualifications

Essential:

• HGV Class 2 / Category C licence.

Desirable:

• ADR licence.

What's Involved?

• £18.00 per hour


• Monday to Friday role


• Varied work across different customer sites


• Occasional overnight stays when required


• Opportunity to work in a professional and customer-focused environment

This is a great opportunity for an experienced Class 2 driver looking for a varied Monday-to-Friday role with the opportunity to work across different customer sites.

If you're a reliable HGV Class 2 driver who takes pride in providing excellent customer service and is looking for a role with variety, we'd like to hear from you.