Class 2 Driver

JAM Recruitment Ltd; Laleham; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Pertemps Heathrow is seeking an experienced Class 2 (Cat C) Flatbed Driver for a permanent role based in Colnbrook, near Heathrow.

You will work Monday to Friday, starting at 07:30, delivering equipment and plant hire to sites and Heathrow, with airside vetting required; loads will be secured, and safety is paramount. The role offers stable hours and an established operation.

Qualifications

• Valid Class 2 (C) licence held for UK work.
• Minimum 5 years UK work history/vetting for airside access.
• Experience in logistics or equipment hire preferred.
• Able to work Monday–Friday with a 07:30 start.

Responsibilities

• Drive a Class 2 flatbed vehicle.
• Deliver and collect equipment, tools and plant hire.
• Regular deliveries into Heathrow Airport and airside environments.
• Load, secure and unload equipment safely.
• Carry out vehicle checks and report defects.
• Ensure loads are transported safely and in compliance with safety procedures.
• Follow site, airport and company safety procedures.

Skills

Cat C driving licence

Class 2 driving experience

Airside vetting readiness

Heathrow area knowledge

Loading/unloading assist

Job description

Role Overview

This permanent Class 2 Driver role based in Laleham offers £38,000 to £40,000 annually, working Monday to Friday with 07:30 starts. The successful candidate will transport equipment, small tools and plant hire from the Colnbrook depot to sites across Heathrow Airport, ensuring safe, timely deliveries. Applicants must hold a valid Cat C licence and demonstrate professional driving standards. Experience within logistics or equipment hire proves advantageous. Once an airside pass is obtained, earning potential increases. This position suits a reliable driver seeking stable weekday hours within a well-established operation.

Location

Colnbrook / Heathrow

Salary

£38,000 to £40,000 annually, with starting salary £38,000 per annum, with potential increase once airside pass obtained.

Hours & Contract

Monday to Friday, 07:30 starts. Contract: Permanent.

Responsibilities

Pertemps Heathrow are currently recruiting for an experienced Class 2 (Cat C) Flatbed Driver to join a well-established logistics and equipment hire operation based in Colnbrook, with regular deliveries into Heathrow Airport. This is a fantastic permanent opportunity for a professional Class 2 driver looking for a stable Monday to Friday role, with the opportunity to increase their earning potential once they have obtained the necessary airside pass.

Duties

• Driving a Class 2 flatbed vehicle
• Delivering and collecting equipment, tools and plant hire
• Regular deliveries into Heathrow Airport and airside environments
• Loading, securing and unloading equipment safely
• Carrying out vehicle checks and reporting any defects
• Ensuring all loads are correctly secured and transported safely
• Following all site, airport and company safety procedures

Requirements

• A valid Class 2 (C) driving licence
• Previous Class 2 driving experience
• 5 years' continuous UK work history / vetting history to meet airside security requirements
• The ability to successfully complete the required 5 year vetting process
• Good geographical knowledge of the Heathrow and surrounding areas is advantageous
• The physical ability to assist with the loading/unloading of equipment and tools

Salary & Progression

£38,000 starting salary. Salary increase available once the required airside pass has been obtained. Permanent position Monday-Friday working pattern 07:30 starts. Stable, long-term employment opportunity.

Notes

Please note: Due to the nature of the role and the requirement to work within an airport environment, 5 years' vetting is mandatory. Candidates must be able to provide the required employment/residential history to successfully complete the vetting process.