CLASS 2 DRIVER

Pure Staff Ltd; Southampton; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Pure Staff Ltd is seeking an experienced HGV Class 2 Driver for a role based in Southampton. The position involves delivering refrigerated and chilled goods on multi-drop routes starting early in the morning, with lifting and load securing requiring careful handling.

You will represent Pure Staff and our client in a professional manner, maintain accurate delivery records, and ensure compliance with industry regulations during daily duties.

Qualifications

• Valid UK Category C / Class 2 licence.
• Driver CPC / DQC
• Digital Tachograph Card
• Previous HGV Class 2 driving experience
• No more than 6 penalty points on licence
• Confident with strapping and securing loads
• Knowledge of Drivers' Hours and Working Time regulations

Responsibilities

• Deliver refrigerated goods to existing customer base.
• Scan and record deliveries.
• Handball.

Skills

HGV Class 2

Multi-drop

Load securing

Customer service

Job description

Pure Staff are currently recruiting for an experienced HGV Class 2 Driver to work with one of our valued clients based in Southampton. The role entails delivering chilled and refrigerated goods to distributors. This role does require high levels of heavy lifting and morning starts. This is an excellent opportunity for a reliable and professional HGV Class 2 driver looking for ongoing work, competitive pay, and a supportive working environment.

The Role

As a HGV Class 2 Driver, you will be responsible for completing multi-drop work to customers across your designated route. Start times tend to be between 0300 and 0600am.

This role involves delivering refrigerated goods therefore candidates must be comfortable carrying out some handball, load securing and multi-drop delivery with a refrigerated vehicle.

This is a customer-facing role, requiring a professional attitude and excellent communication skills when representing both Pure Staff and our client.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver refrigerated goods to existing customer base
• Scan and record deliveries
• Handball

Pay Rates

• £17 per hour (with holiday pay accrued separately)
• £19.05 per hour with holiday pay rolled-up

What We're Looking For

To be considered for this HGV Class 2 Driver position you'll need:

• A valid UK Category C / Class 2 Licence
• A valid Driver CPC / DQC
• A valid Digital Tachograph Card
• Previous HGV Class 2 driving experience
• No more than 6 penalty points on your licence
• Confidence with strapping and securing loads
• Good understanding of load security
• Good knowledge of Drivers' Hours and Working Time regulations
• A professional, reliable and safety-conscious attitude

Why Drivers Choose Pure Staff

When working through Pure Staff you'll benefit from:

• 100% PAYE employment directly through Pure Staff
• No umbrella companies or outsourced payroll providers
• No payroll processing fees, charges or hidden deductions
• Weekly pay every Thursday night / Friday morning
• Dedicated in-house payroll team
• Choice of accrued or rolled-up holiday pay where applicable
• Clear and easy-to-understand payslips
• Easy online registration via our own app
• Remote online Right to Work verification using government-certified technology
• Experienced consultants who understand professional driving