Class 2 Driver

Driver Hire Southampton & Winchester; Southampton; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite parking

Training provided

Permanent role after 12 weeks for the

Guaranteed minimum pay of 9 hours per

CPC courses and licence upgrades

24/7 assistance from our inhouse team

Job summary

Driver Hire Southampton is seeking experienced and newly qualified Class 2 drivers to join our client in the wholesale sector. The role is a 12-week temp-to-perm arrangement, Monday to Friday, 6:00am–4:00pm with potential overtime and multistop deliveries to independent stores, with loading and unloading of the lorry.

Applicants must hold a UK Class 2 licence with valid CPC and Tacho card, demonstrate excellent timekeeping and customer service, and have their own transport to reach the site.

Qualifications

• Full UK Class 2 driving licence with valid CPC and Tacho card.
• Excellent time keeping and customer service skills.
• Own transport to commute to and from work due to location.
• Willingness to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Multidrop delivery of customer orders to independent stores and PFS.
• Loading and unloading the lorry.
• Operate tail lifts and pump trucks as required.
• Maintain safe and efficient delivery rounds.

Skills

Time keeping

Customer service

Tail lift operation

Teamwork

Education

CPC certification

Tacho card

Job description

Driver Hire Southampton is offering an excellent opportunity for experienced and newly qualified Class 2 drivers to join our client, a respected business in the wholesale industry. Whether you're looking for a fresh start or to begin your HGV career, we'd love to hear from you!

Benefits of working with Driver Hire Southampton:

• PAYE or PAYE Advanced payment method (payment inclusive of holiday pay)
• Onsite parking
• Training provided by our client
• Opportunity of securing a permanent role after 12 weeks for the right candidate
• Guaranteed minimum pay of 9 hours per day
• Training and development opportunities - access discounted CPC courses and licence upgrades
• 24/7 assistance from our inhouse team

About this Class 2 Driving role:

• 12-week temp to perm
• Monday to Friday (6:00am- 4:00pm with potential overtime)
• Multidrop delivery of customer orders, transported in cages and on pallets, to independent convenience stores and PFS
• Loading and unloading the lorry

What we require from you as a Class 2 Driver:

• Full UK Class 2 driving licence with valid CPC and Tacho card
• Excellent time keeping and customer service skills
• Own transport to commute to and from work due to the location of our client
• Confident in operating tail lifts and pump trucks as well as using ratchet straps
• Capability of working independently as well as part of the team
• Newly qualified drivers welcome to apply!

Our roles are easily commutable from Southampton, Eastleigh, Chandlers Ford, Winchester, and surrounding areas. Driver Hire Southampton is a trusted local agency, offering a range of temporary and ongoing driving opportunities to suit your needs