Class 2 Tipper Driver

Westwood Recruitment; Irlam; On-site; GBP 22,041 - 24,796; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Cycle-to-work scheme

Life cover

Weekly bonus

Job summary

Westwood Recruitment in the United Kingdom is seeking a reliable Class 2 (C) 8‑wheeler tipper driver to operate on designated routes, delivering materials safely and efficiently. The role requires experience with HGV 2 (C) tipper vehicles, strong communication, and a professional attitude focused on safety.

Typical shifts are Mon to Fri, starting 06:30, with PAYE pay of £16 per hour and enhanced rate £17.93 per hour with holidays.

Qualifications

• Valid Class 2 (Category C) driving licence with a clean driving record.
• Proven experience as an 8-wheeler tipper driver.
• Strong communication skills to liaise effectively with team members.
• Knowledge of health and safety standards relevant to tipper driving and material handling.
• Ability to work independently, demonstrating reliability and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a Class 2 (C) 8‑wheeler tipper lorry in accordance with road safety regulations and company policies.
• Deliver materials to various sites, ensuring timely and accurate drop-offs.
• Conduct routine vehicle inspections and basic maintenance checks to ensure operational safety.
• Follow all health and safety protocols, including adherence to driving hours regulations.

Skills

Class 2 driving experience

Communication skills

Reliability

Organisational skills

Safety awareness

Job description

Job Description:

We are seeking a reliable and experienced Class 2 (C) 8‑wheeler Tipper Driver to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for operating a Class 2 (C) 8‑wheeler Tipper lorry to deliver materials efficiently and safely across designated routes. This role offers an excellent opportunity for individuals with a background in driving HGV 2 (C) 8‑wheeler Tipper vehicles. The ideal applicant will demonstrate strong communication skills, a professional attitude, and a commitment to safety.

£50 Bonus when you have completed 5 shifts per week, kept vehicle tidy and paperwork completed correctly.

Duties

• Safely operate a Class 2 (C) 8‑wheeler tipper lorry in accordance with road safety regulations and company policies
• Deliver materials to various sites, ensuring timely and accurate drop‑offs
• Conduct routine vehicle inspections and basic maintenance checks to ensure operational safety
• Follow all health and safety protocols, including adherence to driving hours regulations

Qualifications

• Valid Class 2 (Category C) driving licence with a clean driving record
• Proven experience as a 8‑wheeler Tipper driver essential
• Strong communication skills to liaise effectively with team members
• Knowledge of health and safety standards relevant to tipper driving and material handling
• Ability to work independently, demonstrating organisational skills and reliability

Pay & Benefits

• Mon to Fri – start time 0630
• £16 per hour – holidays accrued
• £17.93 per hour – holidays included
• £50 bonus to all drivers who work 5 days per week – this allows drivers to earn an extra £50 per week on top of their weekly wage
• These pay rates are not umbrella – they are PAYE
• We also offer a cycle‑to‑work scheme
• Life cover is the greater of your equivalent annual salary or a minimum of £10,000
• Chance to win up to £1,000 each week

Our market‑leading flexible benefits scheme provides you with benefits that suit your lifestyle. We have a virtual GP on hand for you and members of your household, so you can get expert advice by video or phone without having to leave your home. Free counselling sessions for mental health and awareness. We offer financial wellbeing assistance through our Salary Finance scheme, allowing you to access up to 50 per cent of your earned pay before payday for a small fee. When you join us, we will give you a link to our flexible benefits platform, Perkify, which lets you customise your benefits to best suit your lifestyle. You can choose from dining cards, coffee clubs, buying technology products at an affordable cost and much more. We give you access to high street discounts from thousands of well‑known retailers, gyms and more through our Perkify platform.

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