HGV Class 2 Driver

MacFarlane Group; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading packaging distributor in Wakefield is seeking an experienced HGV Class 2 Driver to join their logistics team. The role involves multiple customer deliveries, ensuring vehicle safety, and providing excellent service. The employer offers a competitive salary up to £27,994, along with an extensive benefits package, including 27 days of annual leave and various employee perks. This position is ideal for dedicated drivers with a passion for high-quality service.

Benefits

Competitive basic salary

25 days annual leave

Contributory pension scheme

Employee discount scheme

Charitable giving options

Qualifications

• Experience as an HGV Class 2 Driver.
• Ability to operate forklifts.

Responsibilities

• Multiple customer deliveries in the local region.
• Drive Company HGV vehicles safely according to policies.
• Load vehicle securely and check equipment.

Skills

HGV driving skills

Safety compliance

Customer service

Job description

Overview

HGV Class 2 Driver

Hours : 45 (across Monday-Friday only)

Location : Wakefield

Package : Basic salary up to £27,994 plus bonus & flexible benefits package including up to 27 days holiday (Plus additional annual leave purchasing scheme)

Sector : Packaging distribution

The Company

We, the UK's largest packaging distributor have an exciting opportunity for an experienced HGV Class 2 Driver to join our logistics team based in Wakefield.

We are a committed equal opportunities employer that champions ‘dignity in the workplace'. Our focus is to provide customers with fully integrated and innovative packaging solutions, augmented by outstanding customer service. As a leading distributor, logistics is at the very heart of what we do best. Welcoming dedicated new people into our business who have a passion for delivering excellence is key to our continued success.

Key Responsibilities

• Multiple customer deliveries in the local region (average of 1-15 drops daily)
• Drive Company HGV vehicles and operate Company equipment in a safe and professional manner in accordance with Company policies, procedures & legislation
• Load your vehicle daily on return and secure load for safety (using forklifts, reach / counterbalance)
• Provide a professional HGV driving service, to meet & exceed customer expectations
• Comply with the vehicle security and standing procedure at all times
• Carry out HGV vehicle and auxiliary equipment checks (reporting defects) prior to the operation of any vehicle
• Report any delivery issues or exceptions in a timely manner
• Responsible for the Health and Safety of themselves and others, adhering to safe working practices and the Health & Safety at Work Act, including accident, incident, and damage reporting

Benefits

• We provide a competitive basic starting salary and operate a range of rewarding bonus / incentive schemes. Our flexible employee benefits package can include :
• 25 days annual leave (rising to 27 days with service) plus all public / bank holidays
• Additional Holiday purchasing scheme (run annually)
• Contributory pension scheme
• Annual (company paid) volunteering day
• Employee assistance program to support & advise with well-being & any issues
• Extensive range of training / development & potential progression opportunities
• Employee discount scheme (discounts on several major retail / leisure brands)
• Simply Health / Dental Cover option or BUPA cover for qualifying roles
• Enhanced HR policies relating to various employee rights & entitlements
• Long service awards (5-40 years)
• Charitable giving options
• Financial support with eye-tests / purchasing glasses (DSE users only)
• O2 Mobile discount scheme (up to 25% off)
• Candidate referral scheme (awards £750 for referring successful applicants to Macfarlane job vacancies)
• O2 Mobile discount scheme (up to 25% off)
• Candidate referral scheme (awards £750 for referring successful applicants to Macfarlane job vacancies)
• NO RECRUITMENT AGENCIES PLEASE

Qualifications

Experience as an HGV Class 2 Driver (as stated in description).