Class 2 Driver (Temp-to-Perm, Builders Merchant)

Driver Hire Portsmouth; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Temp-to-perm

Immediate start

Agency rate £18.50ph

Weekdays

Long-term position

Regular work

Recruitment team support

Job summary

Driver Hire Portsmouth is seeking an experienced Class 2 (Cat C) Driver to join a busy builders merchant in Portsmouth. The role covers delivering building materials across Portsmouth and surrounding areas, with a strong focus on safety and customer service.

This temp-to-perm position starts immediately, with regular Monday-to-Friday work and the potential to become permanent. The company offers on-site training, supportive recruitment team, and a competitive agency rate of £18.50 per hour

Qualifications

• Valid Class 2 (HGV/LGV, Category C) driving licence.
• Valid CPC and Tacho Card.
• Previous commercial driving experience.
• Experience delivering building materials, builders merchant products or similar would be advantageous.
• Good knowledge of Portsmouth and surrounding areas.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Physically fit, as some manual handling will be involved.
• A professional and reliable approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Safely load, transport and deliver building materials to customers
• Carry out deliveries to building sites, trade customers and private customers
• Assist with loading and unloading goods where required
• Complete vehicle checks and ensure the vehicle is operated safely at all times
• Provide excellent customer service when making deliveries
• Follow all relevant company and road safety procedures
• Work efficiently to meet scheduled delivery times

Skills

Class 2 License

CPC Card

Tacho Card

Commercial driving experience

Building materials delivery

Local area knowledge Portsmouth

Customer service

Physically fit

Job description

Job Title: HGV Class 2 Driver (Builders Merchant)

Type: Temporary to Permanent

Pay Rate: £38,000 per annum

Location: Portsmouth

Start Date: Immediate

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Class 2 (Cat C) Driver to join a well-established builders merchant based in Portsmouth.

This is a fantastic temp-to-perm opportunity for the right candidate, delivering building materials to customers across Portsmouth and the surrounding areas. If you're an experienced Class 2 driver looking for a long-term position with the opportunity to become permanent, we'd love to hear from you!

Requirements:

• Valid Class 2 (HGV/LGV, Category C) driving licence
• Valid CPC and Tacho Card
• Previous commercial driving experience
• Experience delivering building materials, builders merchant products or similar would be advantageous
• Good knowledge of Portsmouth and surrounding areas
• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• Physically fit, as some manual handling will be involved
• A professional and reliable approach to work

Key Responsibilities:

• Safely load, transport and deliver building materials to customers
• Carry out deliveries to building sites, trade customers and private customers
• Assist with loading and unloading goods where required
• Complete vehicle checks and ensure the vehicle is operated safely at all times
• Provide excellent customer service when making deliveries
• Follow all relevant company and road safety procedures
• Work efficiently to meet scheduled delivery times

Benefits:

• Temp-to-perm opportunity for the right candidate
• Immediate start available
• Competitive hourly rate of £18.50ph (Umbrella) whilst through the agency
• Consistent Monday to Friday work
• Opportunity to secure a long-term permanent position
• Regular work with a well-established local customer
• Support from our experienced recruitment team throughout your assignment

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