Class 2 Driver

The Recruitment Crowd (Yorkshire) Limited; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 2,105,000 - 2,342,000; Full time

Job summary

The Recruitment Crowd are recruiting on behalf of our well known client in Newcastle for experienced HGV Class 1 Drivers (CAT C+E). Shifts from Monday to Friday with a 09:00am start. Pay rate starts at £15.28 per hour PAYE and rises to £16.36 after 12 weeks.

Roles include collections and deliveries with up to 20 stops, loading/unloading at depots and customers locations, and using company software to update status. Pre-trip/post-trip checks and safe operation are required.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence with Class 1 entitlement.
• At least 12 months 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Communication skills

Safety-first mindset

Teamwork

Manual handling

Education

Full UK driving licence with Class 1 entitlement

Tools

Digital Tachograph card

Job description

The Recruitment Crowd are currently recruiting on behalf of our well known and industry-leading client based in Newcastle. We are looking for experienced HGV Class 1 Drivers (CAT C+E) to join the team.

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.