Class 2 Driver

TRC Yorkshire; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

The Recruitment Crowd are recruiting for a Newcastle-based client for a driver role, handling collections and deliveries across a local network.

You will operate company devices, perform vehicle checks, and communicate with the depot to ensure timely pickups and deliveries while maintaining high safety standards.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence with Class 1 entitlement (C+E).
• At least 12 months of proven experience driving the relevant vehicle.
• Valid DCPC card and Digital Tachograph card.
• No more than 6 points on licence (minor offences only).
• Full understanding of Working Time Directive (WTD) legislation.
• Excellent communication skills and a safety-first mindset.

Responsibilities

• Collections and deliveries - up to 20 stops per shift.
• Manual handling: assist with loading/unloading at depots and customer locations.
• Collaborate with team to ensure efficient operations and timely collections/deliveries.
• Operate devices and company software to update delivery status and communicate with the depot.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure vehicle roadworthiness and compliance.
• Adhere to traffic laws, regulations and company policies for safe driving.
• Communicate effectively with dispatch and logistics teams to confirm deliveries and pickups.

Skills

Full UK driving licence

C+E entitlement

12 months driving experience

DCPC

Digital Tachograph

No more than 6 points

WTD legislation

Excellent communication

Safety-first mindset

Job description

The Recruitment Crowd are currently recruiting on behalf of our well known and industry-leading client based in Newcastle.

Shifts: Monday to Friday

Hours : 09:00am start

Pay Rate: £15.28 per hour PAYE rising to £16.36 after 12 weeks

Location: Newcastle, NE37

Job Type: Ongoing

The role:

• Collections and deliveries - up to 20 stops max.
• Manual handling required as drivers will assist with loading and unloading parcels at depots and customers locations.
• Collaborate with a team to ensure efficient operations and timely Collections / deliveries.
• Operating devices and company software to update delivery status and to communicate with the depot.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections of assigned vehicle, ensuring roadworthiness and compliance with company standards.
• Adhere to all relevant traffic laws, regulations, and company policies to maintain a high level of safety on the road.
• Effectively communicate with dispatch and logistics teams to ensure timely deliveries and pickups.

Requirements:

• Full UK driving licence with Class 1 entitlement (category C+E).
• Have at least 12 months of proven experience driving the relevant vehicle.
• Valid and in date DCPC and Digital Tachograph card.
• No more than 6 points on licence (minor offences only).
• Full understanding of WTD legislation.
• Excellent communication skills.
• A safety-first mindset.