Class 2 HGV Driver

Get Staffed Online Recruitment Limited; East Morden; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunities

Company pension

Life insurance

Free on-site parking

Uniform provided

Job summary

Get Staffed Online Recruitment Limited seeks a Class 2 HGV Driver / Removals Professional to join a growing London-based team. You will combine driving responsibilities with hands-on removals and porter duties, delivering high-quality service to customers.

The role requires 3+ years in removals, 2+ years driving goods vehicles, and a valid Class 2 licence with Tachograph Card and CPC. Local and UK-wide moves are included, with overtime opportunities and a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years working in removals or related industry.
• At least 2 years driving goods vehicles.
• Excellent spoken English and clear communication with customers and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Act as a professional point of contact for customers throughout the removal process.
• Drive 18-tonne, 12-tonne, 7.5-tonne and 3.5-tonne vehicles between warehouses and customer locations.
• Safely load, unload and transport customer goods while maintaining safety and efficiency.
• Perform vehicle checks, ensure roadworthiness, cleanliness and compliance with regulations.
• Work as part of a removals team and assist with porter duties as required.

Skills

Removals experience

Driving experience

Customer service

Team player

Physically fit

English communication

Education

Category C (Class 2) driving licence

Digital Tachograph Card

Driver CPC

Job description

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Hours: Approximately 40 hours per week

Join a Growing Commercial Removals Team

Our client is a small, reputable London-based company specialising in high-end commercial removals. Due to continued growth, they are looking for an experienced Class 2 HGV Driver / Removals Professional to join their friendly and hardworking team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who takes pride in their work, enjoys working as part of a team and is committed to delivering a professional, high-quality service to customers.

The Role

As a Class 2 HGV Driver / Removals Porter, you will combine professional driving responsibilities with hands-on removals and porter duties.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Acting as a professional and friendly point of contact for customers.
• Keeping customers informed throughout the removal process.
• Driving 18-tonne, 12-tonne, 7.5-tonne and 3.5-tonne vehicles between warehouses and customer locations.
• Carrying out vehicle checks and ensuring vehicles are clean, fuelled, roadworthy and legally parked.
• Complying with all relevant driving laws, regulations and restrictions.
• Safely loading, unloading, handling and transporting customer goods.
• Working efficiently as part of a removals team.
• Planning moves and deliveries carefully to ensure a smooth and professional service.
• Providing excellent customer service at all times.
• Following company policies and procedures relating to driver, vehicle and workplace safety.
• Carrying out general removals and porter duties as required.

About You

Our client is looking for someone who is experienced, reliable, professional, physically fit and customer-focused.

You must have:

• At least 3 years' experience in the removals industry.
• At least 2 years' goods vehicle driving experience.
• A valid Category C (Class 2) driving licence.
• A valid Digital Tachograph Card.
• A valid Driver CPC.
• A clean driving licence; minor infringements may be considered.
• Good spoken English and the ability to communicate effectively with customers and colleagues.
• A polite, presentable and professional manner.
• A positive attitude and willingness to support the wider team.
• The ability to carry out physically demanding removals work safely and efficiently.

Working Pattern

• Approximately 80% local work / 20% UK-wide work.
• 6 days one week and 5 days the next, subject to legal driving and working-time requirements.
• Overtime opportunities available.

What's on Offer

• £15.00-£17.00 per hour, depending on experience.
• Bonus opportunities.
• Company pension.
• Life insurance.
• Free/on-site parking.
• Uniform provided.
• Permanent position with a growing company.
• Friendly and professional working environment.
• Opportunities for development and progression.

All successful applicants will be required to undergo a DBS check as part of the recruitment process.