Class 2 HGV Driver

Manpower UK Ltd; Beachley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A transportation and logistics service provider in Beachley is seeking a full-time Class 2 Driver to safely operate delivery vehicles and perform various types of deliveries. The ideal candidate will possess an HGV 2 licence and have at least 6 months of Class 2 experience. Strong communication skills and physical fitness are essential for this role, which offers a pay rate of £15.12 per hour and potential permanent opportunities.

Benefits

28 days paid holiday (Pro Rata)

Access to Manpower Rewards (Discounts on adventure days)

Access to the My Path upskilling programme

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months Class 2 experience.
• No more than six penalty points on your licence and no DD, DR, IN or CD endorsements.
• Multidrop delivery experience is essential.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate the delivery vehicle, adhering to business standards and protocols.
• Conduct thorough vehicle checks to ensure roadworthiness.
• Perform white goods deliveries, including home and kerbside deliveries.

Skills

HGV 2 licence

Digital Tachograph Card

Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC)

Excellent knowledge of the UK road network

Strong communication skills

Job description

Class 2 Driver

Location: Chepstow, NP16 6UP

Shift times: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 16:30

Pay rate: £15.12 per hour

Widen your opportunities and build a new career. Whatever your reasons, we have a role for you.

Our client is a third-party provider of transportation and logistics services that offers a range of services from drayage, global freight forwarding, and full truckload transport. The company is committed to environmental sustainability and works with customers to create action plans to reduce emissions.

We are looking for a full-time, Class 2 Day Driver to join us at our site in Chepstow. This role is temp to perm for the ideal candidate.

What you’ll do on a typical day

• Safely operate the delivery vehicle, adhering to business standards and protocols.
• Conduct thorough vehicle checks to ensure roadworthiness and compliance with VOSA regulations.
• Perform white goods deliveries, accompanied by a driver's mate.
• Execute two types of deliveries: home deliveries and kerbside deliveries.
• For home deliveries, transport items to the customer's room of choice, including carrying items to homes that may be several stories high.
• For kerbside deliveries, hand off items directly to individuals on building sites.
• Deliver items such as white goods (e.g., dishwashers, washing machines, fridges), kitchen units, and worktops.
• Handle multidrop deliveries, with the number of stops varying daily.
• Use a handheld scanner and complete all necessary paperwork.
• The presence of a driver's mate depends on the delivery type; assistance is usually available on-site for kerbside deliveries.
• Physical fitness is essential for this role due to the nature of the work.
• Strong communication skills and a positive demeanour are required for direct interaction with customers.

Qualifications

• HGV 2 licence
• Digital Tachograph Card
• Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC)
• No more than six penalty points on your licence and no DD, DR, IN or CD endorsements.
• Minimum 6 months Class 2 experience
• A valid CPC and Digital Tacho card
• Multidrop delivery experience
• Excellent knowledge of the UK road network
• A can‑do attitude

Pay, benefits and more

• 28 days paid holiday (Pro Rata)
• Access to Manpower Rewards (Discounts on adventure days)
• Access to the My Path upskilling programme
• Possible permanent opportunities for the right candidate

Apply now and a member of our team will be in touch.