HGV Class 2 Driver

Search Consultancy; Paisley; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-respected company is seeking an enthusiastic HGV Class 2 Driver to join their dynamic team in Paisley. This role involves delivering essential goods to schools, restaurants, and care homes, ensuring exceptional customer service while driving the latest model trucks equipped with cutting-edge technology. With a competitive salary that increases over time and numerous perks including paid holidays, healthcare options, and investment in training, this position offers a fantastic opportunity for those looking to advance their career in a supportive environment. Join a forward-thinking team where your contributions truly matter!

Benefits

33 days paid holiday

Full company uniform

Staff purchase scheme

Optional medical/healthcare cover

Life Assurance

Competitive pension scheme

On-site parking

Discount scheme with major retailers

Investment in training & development

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1-year practical driving experience required.
• Solid work history with a can-do enthusiastic approach.

Responsibilities

• Deliver frozen, ambient & chilled foods to various customers.
• Carry out vehicle checks and ensure compliance with H&S standards.

Skills

Multi-drop delivery experience

Customer service skills

Manual handling

Driving HGV Class 2 vehicles

Communication skills

Education

CPC qualification

Full UK driving licence with C entitlement

Tools

Digital tachograph

Job description

HGV Class 2 Driver, Paisley, £41,254 p/a increasing to £43,110 p/a

As a HGV Class 2 Driver you will be tasked with:

• Delivering frozen, ambient & chilled foods as well as catering supplies to customers including schools, restaurants, care homes and hospitals
• Carrying out vehicle checks to ensure vehicles maintained at required H&S standards
• Driving HGV Class 2 vehicles in a safe and efficient manner
• Manual handling - handballing goods from vehicle to pallet or cages
• Picking goods - picking and packing goods on vehicle at customer locations
• Delivering exceptional customer service
• Communicating with effectively with customers, team members and depot management
• Completion of relevant paperwork and documentation

What you can expect:

• A permanent position with a highly competitive salary of £41,254 increasing to £43,110 by September 2025
• Opportunity to work regular overtime at great rates
• 5 day from 7 shift pattern with most days being worked Monday to Friday
• Day shift only - early starts but early finishes too! Start times from 4.30am
• Driving latest model trucks kitted out with top of the range tech
• 33 days paid holiday
• Full company uniform
• Staff purchase scheme
• Optional medical / healthcare cover
• Life Assurance
• Competitive pension scheme
• On site parking
• Discount scheme offering money off with major retailers, holiday companies etc.
• Investment in training & development

What we're looking for:

• A solid work history and a can-do enthusiastic approach to work
• Experience of multi drop delivery for a customer focussed business
• A minimum of 1-year practical driving experience
• A full UK driving licence with C entitlement
• CPC qualification - full and up to date
• Digital tachograph
• A maximum of 6 penalty points
• A degree of physical fitness as manual handling a consistent requirement of the role

If you're interested in working for a well-respected business then we'd love to hear from you. Apply now! We will be in touch quickly to have a chat and book you in for an interview and a chance to visit the site

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.