Class 2 Driver

We Are Workforce Ltd; Southampton; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Regular ongoing work

Temp-to-perm opportunities

Career progression opportunities

Modern fleet and equipment

Job summary

We Are Workforce Ltd in Southampton is seeking an experienced Class 2 Night Driver to join our busy transport operation. You will deliver fresh bread to retail stores across the South Coast, working a rolling rota with 5 nights out of 7 and start times between 00:00 and 03:00.

This role offers regular, ongoing work with potential temp-to-perm opportunities for the right candidate, and the chance to join a modern, well-maintained fleet while developing your driving and customer service skills.

Qualifications

• UK Class 2 (Category C) Licence is required.
• Driver CPC Card is essential.
• Digital Tachograph Driver Card is required.
• Good geographical knowledge and route planning skills.
• Professional, reliable and safety-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Collect assigned vehicle from off-site parking and return to depot to load deliveries.
• Deliver fresh bread to retail stores across the South Coast on schedule.
• Safely secure loads and operate tail-lift equipment per procedures.
• Complete daily vehicle safety checks and maintain communication with the transport team.
• Comply with Driver Hours, Working Time Directive and Digital Tachograph regulations.
• Finish shifts by parking correctly and completing end-of-shift procedures.

Skills

Route planning

Safety-focused

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

Class 2 Night Driver

Location: Southampton

Job Type: Full-time | Ongoing | Temp-to-Perm Opportunities

Shift Pattern: 5 nights out of 7 on a rolling rota

Start Times: Early morning/night starts between 00:00 and 03:00

Pay Rates

• Monday–Friday Nights: £17.75 per hour
• Weekend Nights: £20.50 per hour

About the Role

We're recruiting Class 2 Night Drivers (Category C) to join our busy transport operation based in Southampton.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced HGV Class 2, LGV Class 2 and Category C Drivers looking for regular, ongoing work with competitive rates of pay and the opportunity to secure a permanent position.

You'll be delivering fresh bread to retail stores and customers across the South Coast, ensuring every delivery is completed safely, efficiently and on time while providing excellent customer service.

Key Responsibilities

Drivers will:

• Collect their assigned vehicle from the designated off-site parking area.
• Return to the depot to load bread deliveries onto the vehicle.
• Ensure all loads are safely secured before departure.
• Complete scheduled delivery routes to customers, providing a professional and reliable service.
• Safely operate tail-lift equipment and carry out manual handling in line with company procedures.
• Return all empty baskets and delivery equipment to the depot at the end of the route.
• Complete daily vehicle safety checks using a company-issued mobile device.
• Maintain regular communication with the transport team throughout your shift.
• Comply with Driver Hours, Working Time Directive and Digital Tachograph regulations.
• Park the vehicle in the designated parking area and complete all end-of-shift procedures before finishing.

Requirements

To be considered for this role, you must have:

• A valid UK Class 2 (Category C) Licence
• A current Driver CPC Card
• A valid Digital Tachograph Driver Card
• Good geographical knowledge and route planning skills.
• A professional, reliable and safety-focused approach.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• The physical fitness required for manual handling and multi-drop deliveries.
• Flexibility to work early morning/night starts between 00:00 and 03:00.

What We Offer

• £17.75 per hour – Monday to Friday night shifts.
• £20.50 per hour – Weekend night shifts.
• Regular, ongoing work.
• Temp-to-perm opportunities for suitable candidates.
• 5 nights out of 7 on a rolling rota.
• Career progression opportunities.
• A friendly and supportive transport team.
• Modern, well-maintained fleet and equipment.

Apply Today

Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK. Proof of Right to Work will be required during the recruitment process.