Cylinder Services Driver - Year 1

Pertemps; Tetford; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Uniform & safety gear

On-site parking

Ongoing driver training

Permanent opportunities

Job summary

Pertemps is currently recruiting for a professional and reliable HGV Class 2 ADR Driver for a leading national client based in Thetford. The role focuses on safe handling of hazardous materials, multi-drop deliveries, and strict adherence to transport laws.

Key benefits include weekly pay, uniform and safety equipment, on-site parking, and opportunities for ongoing training. Start times typically 06:00–07:00, with 8–10 hour shifts and occasional weekends.

Qualifications

• Valid UK HGV/LGV Class 2 (Cat C) licence.
• CPC card and Digital Tachograph Card.
• ADR card (Class 2 Gases in Packages).
• Ideal candidate will have 3 years licence with 180 days in past 2 years.
• Maximum 3 penalty points; no CU80, MS90, CD, DR, DD, IN or TT endorsements.

Responsibilities

• Operate Dangerous Goods Transport following ADR regulations and safety guidelines.
• Perform scheduled multi-drop deliveries to various premises.
• Conduct thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections; report defects.
• Secure cargo and manage manual handling of gas cylinders or waste containers.
• Maintain accurate tachograph records, delivery notes and dangerous goods paperwork.

Skills

HGV Class 2 license

ADR certification

CPC card

Digital Tachograph Card

3 years driving experience

Education

Driver Qualification Card (CPC)

Digital Tachograph Card

ADR Card (Gas)

Job description

Pertemps is currently recruiting for professional and reliable HGV Class 2 ADR Driver for one of our most prestigious National clients who are the largest provider of industrial, medical and special gases in the UK and Ireland based in Thetford.

This role requires high attention to safety, navigating scheduled multi-drop routes, and handling hazardous materials in strict compliance with current transport laws.

Key Responsibilities

• Dangerous Goods Transport: Operate commercial vehicles safely, strictly adhering to full ADR regulations and safety guidelines
• Deliveries & Collections: Complete scheduled multi-drop deliveries to various commercial, retail, or industrial premises
• Vehicle Compliance: Conduct thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections, reporting any defects immediately to the transport office
• Manual Handling: Securely fasten all cargo, which may involve manual handling of gas cylinders or specialized waste containers
• Documentation: Complete and maintain exact tachograph records, delivery notes, and regulatory dangerous goods paperwork

Requirements

• Licence: Valid UK HGV/LGV Class 2 (Cat C) licence
• Qualifications: Current, in-date Driver Qualification Card (CPC) and Digital Tachograph Card
• ADR Certification: Must hold a valid ADR card (minimum Class 2 Gases in Packages)
• Experience: Ideally 3 years licence held with 180days driving experience in the past 2 years
• Licence Cleanliness: Maximum of 3 penalty points. No active CU80, MS90, CD, DR, DD, IN, or TT endorsements due to insurance restrictions
• Willing to undertake a driving assessment, along with a DBS criminal records check and Drug & Alcohol test

Benefits

• Work life balance typical start times of 06.00 - 07.00hrs, shift length 8-10hrs, Monday to Friday with occasional weekend work
• Paid breaks & additional allowance payments for working weekends on top of hourly pay rates
• Minimum shift guaranteed 6hrs
• Weekly pay with accrued holiday pay
• Ongoing work, treated as part of the clients team with Permanent opportunities
• Access to ongoing driver training and courses which count toward CPC modules
• Free uniform, safety equipment, and secure on-site parking
• Pay rates is £19.28 this will increase with length of service