Class 2 Driver

Driver Hire; Southampton; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PAYE or PAYE Advanced payment options

Onsite parking

Training provided by client

Permanent role after 12 weeks

Guaranteed minimum pay for 9 hours/day

Discounted CPC courses and licence Up

24/7 in-house support

Job summary

Driver Hire Southampton is seeking an experienced Class 2 driver for a 12-week temp-to-perm position. You will perform multi-drop deliveries to independent stores, loading and unloading, with potential overtime and a guaranteed minimum pay for 9 hours daily.

Applicants must hold a UK Class 2 licence with CPC and Tachograph, have excellent time management, and be able to work independently or within a team. Training and development opportunities are provided by the client.

Qualifications

• Excellent time-keeping and customer service skills.
• Full UK Class 2 licence with valid CPC and Tachograph.
• Able to work independently or as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Multidrop delivery to independent stores and PFS.
• Load and unload the lorry.
• Ensure deliveries are on time and documents are accurate.
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness and report defects.

Skills

Time management

Customer service

Independence and teamwork

Education

UK Class 2 driving licence with CPC and Tachograph

Tools

Tail lift operation

Pallet pump/truck

Job description

Driver Hire Southampton is offering an excellent opportunity for experienced and newly qualified 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 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.