Class 2 Driver (Temp-to-Perm, Pallets)

Driver Hire; Portsmouth; Hybrid; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Driver Hire in Portsmouth is seeking an experienced Class 2 driver to join our client’s team for a permanent role delivering palletised goods across Portsmouth and nearby areas.

The ideal candidate will hold a valid Class 2 (Cat C) licence, CPC and Tacho Card, with previous palletised goods delivery experience and excellent customer service skills. The role offers a permanent position with a salary of £32,000 per year, plus an umbrella agency rate of £18.50 per hour during the interim period.

Qualifications

• Requires valid Class 2 (HGV/Cat C) driving licence.
• CPC and Tacho Card required.
• Previous commercial driving experience required.
• Experience delivering palletised goods essential.
• Good knowledge of Portsmouth and surrounding areas is advantageous.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Safely load, transport and deliver palletised goods to customers.
• Carry out deliveries across Portsmouth and surrounding areas.
• Ensure goods are delivered safely and securely.
• Assist with loading and unloading where required.
• Complete daily vehicle checks and report defects.
• Provide excellent customer service at each delivery.
• Complete delivery paperwork accurately and on time.
• Comply with company, road safety and transport regulations.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Reliability

Safety-conscious

Tools

CPC Card

Tacho Card

Job description

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

This is a fantastic permanent opportunity for an experienced Class 2 driver who is looking for a stable, long-term position delivering palletised goods to customers across Portsmouth and the surrounding areas.

If you’re a reliable and professional driver with previous experience delivering pallets and providing excellent customer service, 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
• Previous experience delivering palletised goods is essential
• Good knowledge of Portsmouth and surrounding areas would be advantageous
• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• Physically fit, as some manual handling will be involved
• Reliable, professional and safety-conscious approach to work

Key Responsibilities:

• Safely load, transport and deliver palletised goods to customers
• Carry out deliveries to customers across Portsmouth and surrounding areas
• Ensure goods are delivered safely and securely
• Assist with loading and unloading where required
• Complete daily vehicle checks and report any defects
• Provide excellent customer service at each delivery
• Ensure all relevant paperwork and delivery documentation is completed correctly
• Comply with all company, road safety and transport regulations
• £32,000 per annum salary (once permanent)
• Competitive hourly rate of £18.50ph (Umbrella) whilst through the agency
• Regular local and surrounding-area deliveries
• Opportunity to join a friendly and professional team
• Support from our experienced recruitment team throughout the process