HGV Class 2 Driver

Zohorecruit; West of England; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Zohorecruit in Bristol is seeking reliable HGV Class 2 drivers for regional pallet network, multi‑drop, and distribution operations. The role offers guaranteed shift hours with temp‑to‑perm pathways and a clear progression track.

Shifts are typically 45–50 hours per week with early starts around 06:00–07:00. You will drive rigid curtain-side or box vehicles, perform safety checks, and complete POD documentation to ensure accurate deliveries.

Qualifications

• Valid UK HGV Class 2 (Category C) licence, Driver CPC, and Digital Tachograph card.
• 6–12 months commercial Class 2 driving experience preferred.
• Maximum 6 penalty points; no DR/DD/IN endorsements.
• Strong commitment to road safety and punctual deliveries.

Responsibilities

• Deliver palletised freight across defined regions (regional network).
• Conduct mandatory pre-trip walk-around checks and tail-lift testing.
• Ensure safe load securing and proper use of pumps/tail lifts.
• Accurate handling of PODs, signatures, and electronic consignment notes.
• Coordinate with transport planning team; overtime opportunities.

Skills

Safe driving

Road safety

Punctual deliveries

Customer-facing

Job description

Bristol, United Kingdom | Posted on 29/09/2026

We are seeking reliable and experienced HGV Class 2 (Category C) Drivers for regional pallet network, multi-drop, and trade distribution operations. This role offers guaranteed shift hours and dependable long-term stability with temp-to-perm pathways for dedicated drivers.

Hours: 45 – 50 hours per week (Monday to Friday day shifts, standard 06:00/07:00 starts)

Start Date: Immediate starts available following standard site induction and driving assessment

Safe Transport: Rigid curtain-side and box vehicle operations, delivering palletised freight, retail goods, and commercial supplies across Cambridgeshire, Suffolk, and Norfolk

Vehicle & Tail-Lift Checks: Conducting mandatory daily pre-trip walk-around safety inspections and testing tail-lift operations

Compliance: Ensuring safe load strapping, correct use of pump trucks/tail lifts, and strict adherence to EU Drivers’ Hours and digital tachograph rules

Documentation: Accurate handling of electronic consignment notes, customer signatures, and Proof of Delivery (POD) confirmations

Requirements

Licence & Cards: Valid UK HGV Class 2 (Category C) licence, Driver CPC qualification card, and Digital Tachograph card

Experience: Minimum 6–12 months commercial Class 2 driving experience preferred (prior multi-drop or tail-lift experience advantageous)

Clean Record: Maximum 6 penalty points (strictly no DR/DD/IN endorsement codes)

Professional Standards: High commitment to road safety, punctual timed deliveries, and a courteous customer-facing attitude

Expected Hours: Typically 10 paid hours per shift, with regular opportunities for overtime.

Support: Dedicated transport coordinator and on-call planning team