HGV Class 2 Driver

Manpower Group (UK); Rochester; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days paid holiday (pro rata)

Training and development opportunities

Permanent employment potential

Job summary

Manpower Group (UK) is recruiting an HGV Class 2 Driver for Rochester. The role involves multi-drop deliveries and installations as part of a two-person crew, with full training provided.

The position is temp to perm, with shifts Monday to Friday starting at 6am. Pay is £15.75 per hour, plus 28 days paid holiday pro rata and opportunities for progression within a well-established logistics operation.

Qualifications

• Valid Class 2 (Category C) HGV licence.
• Driver CPC qualification and Digital Tachograph Card.
• No more than six penalty points and no DD, DR, IN, or CD endorsements.
• Good knowledge of the UK road network.
• Physically fit and capable of handling heavy goods.
• Newly qualified drivers welcome if they show the right attitude and potential.

Responsibilities

• Complete multi-drop deliveries and collections between customer sites.
• Operate vehicles safely and in line with company and legal requirements.
• Use handheld scanners and complete delivery documentation accurately.
• Carry out daily vehicle checks to ensure roadworthiness and compliance.
• Provide excellent customer service during deliveries and installations.

Skills

HGV licence (Class 2)

Driver CPC

Digital Tachograph Card

UK road network knowledge

Job description

HGV Class 2 Driver

Location: Rochester

Shifts: Monday - Friday, 6am starts

Pay Rate: £15.75 per hour

We are recruiting for an HGV Class 2 Specialist Driver on a temp to perm basis to join a leading logistics operation in Rochester. This role involves multi-drop deliveries and collections as part of a two-person crew, delivering and installing a variety of specialist products. Full training will be provided.

Our client is a third-party provider of transportation and logistics services that offers a range of services from, Drayage, Global freight forwarding & Full truckload transport. The company is committed to environmental sustainability and works with customers to create action plans to reduce emissions.

Key Responsibilities

• Complete multi-drop deliveries and collections between customer sites.
• Operate vehicles safely and in line with company and legal requirements.
• Use handheld scanners and complete delivery documentation accurately.
• Carry out daily vehicle checks to ensure roadworthiness and compliance.
• Provide excellent customer service during deliveries and installations.

Requirements

• Valid Class 2 (Category C) HGV licence.
• Driver CPC qualification and Digital Tachograph Card.
• Newly qualified drivers welcome if they show the right attitude and potential
• No more than six penalty points and no DD, DR, IN, or CD endorsements.
• Good knowledge of the UK road network.
• Physically fit and capable of handling heavy goods.
• Reliable, professional, and customer-focused with a positive attitude.

Benefits

• Competitive pay of £15.75 per hour.
• 28 days paid holiday (pro rata).
• Access to employee reward and discount schemes.
• Training and development opportunities through upskilling programmes.
• Potential for permanent employment for successful candidates.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Class 2 Driver looking to join a well-established company offering training, career development, and long-term opportunities.