HGV Class 2 Driver

AWD Online; Guildford; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Life assurance

On-site free parking

Driver CPC training

Career progression to Team Leader

Company events

Employee discount

Health and wellbeing programme

Referral programme

Job summary

AWD Online is seeking an HGV Class 2 Driver for Cranleigh, Surrey. This role blends professional driving, removals work and customer-facing service, with daytime and occasional night shifts.

You will transport the vehicle and crew to client addresses, assist packing/loading, complete paperwork and ensure safety and compliance. The role offers a basic salary with overtime and benefits, plus progression opportunities to Team Leader.

Qualifications

• Hold a valid HGV Class 2 / Category C driving licence.
• Hold an up-to-date Driver CPC and Digi Tacho Card.
• Previous HGV driving experience preferred.
• Physically fit to pack, carry, load and unload items.
• Willing to work flexible hours, including some nights away and Saturdays.
• Polite, professional and reliable with good customer communication.
• Hold a valid passport.

Responsibilities

• Drive vehicle and crew to client addresses for removals.
• Support packing, loading and unloading of goods.
• Dismantle and reassemble furniture when required.
• Complete daily vehicle checks and report defects.
• Ensure loads are secure and paperwork is accurate.
• Provide courteous customer service during moves.
• Comply with UK and European safety regulations.

Skills

HGV Class 2 license

Driver CPC

Digi Tacho Card

Customer-facing service

Flexible availability

Job description

HGV Class 2 Driver

We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a professional and reliable driver to support household and commercial removals while delivering excellent customer service.

If you've also worked in the following roles, we'd also like to hear from you: Class 2 Driver, HGV Driver, LGV Driver, Delivery Driver, Removals Driver, Driver, Commercial Driver, Removals Operative, Driver / Porter

SALARY: £34,000 to £36,600 per annum Basic plus overtime, tips, night out and weekend allowances + Benefits

LOCATION: Cranleigh, Surrey

JOB TYPE: Full-Time or Part-Time, Permanent

WORKING HOURS: Average 40 hours per week, with overtime, weekend availability and occasional nights away required

JOB OVERVIEW

This is an excellent opportunity for an HGV Class 2 Driver who enjoys a varied role combining professional driving, removals work and customer-facing service.

Working as an HGV Class 2 Driver you will be responsible for driving the vehicle and crew to client addresses, supporting packing, loading and unloading duties, completing paperwork and helping ensure each move is carried out safely and efficiently.

The HGV Class 2 Driver will represent the company on the road and at customer sites, maintaining high standards of safety, reliability, professionalism and care when handling customers' goods.

DUTIES

Your duties as the HGV Class 2 Driver include:

• Vehicle and Crew Transport: Drive the vehicle and crew to client addresses for household and commercial removals

• Packing and Removals Support: Support the crew with packing, carrying, loading and unloading customers' goods

• Furniture Handling: Help dismantle and reassemble furniture where required

• Daily Vehicle Checks: Complete daily vehicle checks and report any defects promptly

• Safe Loading and Security: Ensure loads are safely secured and the vehicle is kept clean and roadworthy

• Paperwork and Inventories: Complete required paperwork, inventories and job-related documentation accurately

• Customer Service: Communicate politely and professionally with customers throughout each move

• Driving Compliance: Comply with company procedures and UK and European safety and driving regulations

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

• Hold a valid HGV Class 2 / Category C driving licence

• Hold an up-to-date Driver CPC and Digi Tacho Card

• Previous HGV driving experience is preferred

• Physically fit and able to pack, carry, load and unload household items and furniture

• Willing to work flexible hours, including some nights away and occasional Saturdays

• Polite, professional, reliable and flexible approach

• Able to communicate confidently with customers

• Good attention to detail when completing paperwork and inventories

• Hold a valid passport

BENEFITS

• Basic salary of £34,000 to £36,600 per annum

• Take home pay enhanced by enhanced weekend overtime, night out money, and tips, up to £40,000 per annum

• Guaranteed full-time and/or part-time work

• Company pension

• Life assurance

• Employee Assistance Programme

• On-site free parking

• Driver CPC training and skills training provided

• Career and salary progression to Team Leader positions

• Company events

• Employee discount

• Health and wellbeing programme

• Referral programme

JOB REF: AWDO-P15140