Class 2 HGV Driver

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

Job summary

A leading logistics provider is looking for a full-time Class 2 Driver to join their team in Chepstow. The position involves safely delivering white goods while adhering to regulations and providing excellent customer service. Candidates must have a valid HGV 2 licence and at least 6 months of delivery experience. The role offers a competitive pay rate of £15.12 per hour, with benefits including paid holidays 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

Possible permanent opportunities for the right candidate

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months Class 2 experience.
• No more than six penalty points on your licence and no endorsements.
• Physical fitness due to the nature of the work.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate the delivery vehicle, adhering to business standards.
• Conduct thorough vehicle checks to ensure roadworthiness.
• Perform white goods deliveries.
• Use a handheld scanner and complete necessary paperwork.

Skills

HGV 2 licence

Excellent knowledge of the UK road network

Multidrop delivery experience

Strong communication skills

Can-do attitude

Education

Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC)

Tools

Digital Tachograph Card

Job description

Class 2 Driver
Location: Chepstow, NP16 6UP
Shift times: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 16:30
Pay Rate: 15.12 per hour

Want to be part of a world-leading progressive company? Widen your opportunities and build a new career? Here we can offer you all that, and more! 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 & Full truckload transport The company is committed to environmental sustainability and works with customers to create action plans to reduce emissions.

We're looking for 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.

What you need to succeed with our client:

• 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!