HGV Class 2 Driver

People Solutions; Burton CP; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Free on-site parking

Staff canteen

Employee well-being programme

Long-term progression opportunities

Job summary

People Solutions are recruiting for HGV Class 2 Drivers to join our client’s transport operation in Burton-on-Trent. The role offers £16.25 per hour, weekly pay, immediate starts and full training with ongoing work beyond the Christmas period.

You will deliver goods as a Class 2 driver with early starts and a demand for a valid UK licence, Driver CPC and tachograph card. On-site parking and progression opportunities are available.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid UK Category C (Class 2) driving licence.
• Must hold a valid Driver CPC qualification.
• Must hold a valid Digital Tachograph Card.
• No more than six penalty points for minor offences; no IN/DR/DD/CD codes.

Responsibilities

• Safely operating HGV Class 2 vehicles to deliveries.
• Delivering goods using roller cages and handball where required.
• Carrying out loading and unloading duties.
• Carrying out daily vehicle checks and reporting defects.

Skills

Valid UK Category C driving licence

Valid Driver CPC

Valid Digital Tachograph Card

Customer service

Reliable and punctual

Flexibility for early starts

Job description

HGV Class 2 Driver - Burton-on-Trent - £16.25 Per Hour - Ongoing Work

People Solutions are currently recruiting for HGV Class 2 Drivers to join our client's growing transport operation based in Burton-on-Trent, covering the surrounding areas.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join one of the UK's leading retail companies, offering £16.25 per hour, weekly pay, immediate starts, full training and ongoing work beyond the Christmas period. This is not temporary Christmas cover.

£16.25 Per Hour | Ongoing Work Beyond Christmas | Weekly Pay | Immediate Starts | Full Training | Free Parking

This position is ideal for applicants looking for a role as an HGV Class 2 Driver, LGV Class 2 Driver, Category C Driver, Rigid HGV Driver or Multi-Drop Delivery Driver.

Shifts

• Early morning starts between 01:30 and 04:00
• Flexibility required within the start-time window
• Occasional planned nights out may be required
• Expenses for planned nights out paid in advance
• Ongoing work beyond the Christmas period

Rates of Pay

• £16.25 per hour
• PAYE - holiday pay accrued separately
• Weekly pay

Benefits

As an HGV Class 2 Driver, you will receive:

• Ongoing work beyond the Christmas period
• Weekly pay
• Immediate starts available
• Full industry-related training and ongoing support
• Staff canteen
• Free on-site parking
• Employee well-being programme
• Opportunities for long-term progression

Day-to-Day Duties

As an HGV Class 2 Driver, your duties will include (but are not limited to):

• Safely operating HGV Class 2 vehicles to and from delivery locations
• Delivering goods using roller cages
• Completing loading and unloading duties safely and accurately
• Carrying out some manual handling and handball duties
• Completing daily vehicle checks and reporting defects to management
• Following road traffic legislation and transport safety procedures
• Maintaining accurate delivery records and paperwork
• Communicating effectively with transport teams, customers and site staff

Essential Skills

To be successful as an HGV Class 2 Driver, you will need:

• Valid UK Category C driving licence
• Valid Driver CPC qualification
• Valid Digital Tachograph Card
• No more than six penalty points for minor offences
• No IN, DR, DD or CD driving offence codes
• Understanding of road safety and driver compliance
• Good communication and customer service skills
• Reliable, professional and punctual attitude
• Flexibility to work early morning starts
• Willingness to undertake occasional planned nights out
• Ability to carry out manual handling and handball duties safely

Desirable Experience

• Previous commercial HGV Class 2 driving experience
• Previous multi-drop or retail delivery experience
• Experience delivering goods using roller cages
• Experience handling large or bulky goods
• Good customer interaction and service skill