HGV Class 2 Driver

GI Group Main Account; Royal Leamington Spa; On-site; GBP 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established food production facility is seeking a reliable HGV Class 2 Driver in Leamington Spa. This full-time role involves multi-drop deliveries of boxed chickens and farm produce to independent butchers and wholesalers. The ideal candidate will possess a valid HGV Class 2 driving licence, valid CPC and Digital Tachograph Card. Good customer service skills and physical fitness are essential. Competitive salary and immediate start available.

Qualifications

• Valid C (HGV Class 2) driving licence required.
• Must have valid CPC and Digital Tachograph Card.
• Preferred previous multi-drop experience.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for multi-drop deliveries of boxed chickens and farm produce.
• Operate HGV Class 2 vehicle with tail lift and other necessary equipment.
• Ensure compliance with tacho regulations during shifts.

Skills

Good customer service skills

Physically fit

Reliable

Punctual

Job description

HGV Class 2 Driver - Permanent

Location: Leamington Spa, Warwickshire (CV34).
Average 50 hrs per week at £16.00 ph, c £41,000 pa.
Full-time | Monday-Friday | 06:00 start | Immediate Start Available

We are recruiting on behalf of a well‑established food production facility supplying farm produce and boxed poultry to butchers throughout the UK. Due to continued growth, we are seeking reliable and professional HGV Class 2 Drivers to join their delivery team based in Leamington Spa (CV34 6TS).

The Role:

As a HGV Class 2 Driver, you will be responsible for multi‑drop deliveries of boxed chickens and farm produce to independent butchers and wholesalers. This is a hands‑on role requiring good customer service and safe handling of goods.

Key duties include:

• Operating a HGV Class 2 vehicle with tail lift, electric pump truck, sack barrow or hand pump.
• Delivering farm produce to predominately butcher shops.
• Breaking down pallets and hand‑balling boxes (10-20 boxes per customer depending on orders).
• 10-15 drops daily; regular routes with butchers often located on the same street.
• Delivery areas include local routes as well as major towns such as London, Bradford, Birmingham and the surrounding regions.
• Occasional cash collections (approx. 10% of deliveries).
• Ensuring all tacho regulations are followed, including a 45‑minute break.

Shift Pattern & Hours:

• Monday to Friday
• Start time: 06:00
• Typical finish between 16:00 - 17:00
• Flat hourly rate for all hours worked.

Requirements:

• Valid C (HGV Class 2) driving licence
• Valid CPC and Digital Tachograph Card
• Previous multi‑drop experience preferred
• Good customer service skills
• Physically fit and comfortable with hand‑balling boxes
• Reliable, punctual, and professional

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