HGV Class 2 Driver

Driver Hire; Cockermouth; Remote; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Temp-perm after 12 weeks

Job summary

Driver Hire Carlisle is currently recruiting for multiple HGV Class 2 Drivers (CAT C) on a long term ongoing basis with our client in the Cockermouth area. This is a great opportunity for a HGV driver looking for steady, ongoing role with a possibility of temp-perm after 12 weeks.

The role involves operating a HGV Class 2 vehicle, delivering catering supplies to commercial and industrial premises. Start times from 02:30am-06:00am; 5 out of 6 days including Saturdays; overtime paid after 8 hours;

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence with Category C (Class 2) entitlement.
• Minimum 1 year experience.
• Valid CPC and Digital Tachograph Card.
• Strong understanding of site safety and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Drive HGV Class 2 vehicles to deliver catering supplies to commercial and industrial premises.
• Carry out daily vehicle checks and start work early.
• Work 5 out of 6 days, including Saturdays; average shifts 10–12 hours.
• Overtime paid after 8 hours and maintain professional representation of client and Driver Hire Carlisle.

Skills

HGV driving

Class 2 (C)

CPC

Digital tachograph

Reliability

Punctuality

Job description

Driver Hire Carlisle is currently recruiting for multiple HGV class 2 Drivers (CAT C )on a long term ongoing basis with our well known and established client in the Cockermouth area. This is a great opportunity for a HGV driver looking for steady, ongoing role with a possibility of temp-perm after 12 weeks

The role involves operating a HGV Class 2 vehicle , delivering Catering supplies to commercial and industrial premises

The Role for a HGV Driver:

• 5 out of 6 days
• Saturday are required
• Start times from 02:30am-06:00am
• £16.00-19.00 per hour PAYE ADV
• Overtime paid after 8 hours
• Average shift lenght 10-12 hours
• Carrying out daily vehicle checks
• Immediate starts
• Representing both the client and Driver Hire Carlisle professionally

What You’ll Need:

• Full UK driving licence with Category C (Class 2) entitlement
• Minimum 1 year experience
• Valid Driver CPC and Digital Tachograph Card
• Strong understanding of site safety and procedures
• Reliable, punctual, and professional attitude

This role is ideal for a HGV driver seeking stable, long‑term work with the possibility of Temp-perm after 12 weeks

“Thanks for reading, I look forward to hearing from you” Jemma

Why work with Driver Hire

Driver Hire Nationwide, the UK’s largest specialist transport and logistics recruiter. We provide regular, ongoing and varied work from multiple clients across the UK. But it’s more than just a job with us — we treat you as a true professional and offer a warm and friendly place to work. We’re proud of the fact that in our latest satisfaction survey (2025)

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• 91% of c
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