HGV Class 2 Driver

TRC Yorkshire; Cranbrook; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

TRC Yorkshire is seeking multiple HGV Class 2 Driver (CAT C) to join the team in Plymouth, PL6. Shifts run across Monday to Sunday, with hours from 01:00 to 05:00 (and Sunday 11:00–12:00). Ongoing role with potential for permanent placement.

Pay rates vary by time of day: £15.61 PAYE before 3am and £14.60 PAYE after 3am. Duties include palletised parcel transport, loading with tail lift and pump truck, customer interactions, and ensuring compliance and safety.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence with Class 1 or 2 entitlement.
• Valid DCPC and Digital Tachograph card.
• No more than 6 points on licence.
• Understanding of Working Time Directive (WTD).
• Prepared to undertake a short driving assessment.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Safety-first mindset.

Responsibilities

• Move and transport palletised parcels to and from sub depots and delivery units.
• Handle runs with 1-2 delivery stops, focusing on safe driving and accurate paperwork.
• Utilise tail lift and pump truck for loading and unloading.
• Interact with customers and represent the company professionally.
• Empty the vehicle and refuel at the end of each shift.
• Complete theory and practical assessment and paid training if assessment is successful.

Skills

HGV/CAT C driving

Full UK driving licence

DCPC

Digital Tachograph

No more than 6 points

WTD awareness

Driving assessment

Communication skills

Safety mindset

Tools

Tail lift

Pump truck

Job description

We are looking for multiple HGV Class 2 Drivers (CAT C) to join the team.

Shifts

Shifts run across Monday to Sunday.

Hours

01:00am - 05:00am starts through week, Sunday is 11am - 12pm starts.

Pay Rate

• After 3am - £14.60 PAYE
• Before 3am - £15.61 PAYE

Location

Plymouth, PL6.

Job Type

Ongoing with the opportunity for permanent.

The role

• Securely moving and transporting palletised parcels to and from sub depots and delivery units.
• Handling runs with 1-2 delivery stops, focusing on safe driving and maintaining accurate paperwork.
• Utilise tail lift and pump truck equipment for loading and unloading.
• Interacting with customers and representing the company in a professional and courteous manner.
• Empty the vehicle and refuel at the end of each shift.
• Complete a theory and practical assessment to ensure compliance with safety and operational standards and then complete a few days paid training if assessment is successful.

Requirements

• Full UK driving licence with Class 1 or 2 entitlement
• Valid and in date DCPC and Digital Tachograph card.
• No more than 6 points on licence (minor offences only).
• Full understanding of WTD legislation.
• Be prepared to undertake a short driving assessment for the position.
• Excellent communication skills.
• A safety-first mindset.