Hgv Class 2 Driver

Awi Civitas; West Stow; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Guaranteed shift hours

Temp-to-perm pathways

Transport coordinator support

Job summary

Awi Civitas is seeking reliable HGV Class 2 drivers for regional pallet network work, multi-drop and distribution from Newmarket. This role offers guaranteed shift hours with temp-to-perm pathways and access to major transport corridors.

Typical duties include vehicle checks, on-time deliveries, and accurate POD documentation, with 45–50 hour weeks and start dates immediate after induction and assessment.

Qualifications

• Valid UK HGV Class 2 (Cat C) licence and Driver CPC
• Digital Tachograph card
• Minimum 6–12 months Class 2 driving experience
• Max 6 penalty points, no DR/DD/IN endorsements

Responsibilities

• Deliver palletised freight across Cambridgeshire, Suffolk and Norfolk
• Carry out daily pre-trip checks and tail-lift inspections
• Ensure compliance with EU Drivers' Hours and tachograph rules
• Accurately process electronic consignments, signatures and PODs

Skills

HGV driving experience

Customer-facing attitude

Safety awareness

Tools

Tail-lift operation

Digital Tachograph

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking reliable and experienced HGV Class 2 (Category C) Drivers for regional pallet network, multi-drop, and trade distribution operations based in Newmarket. Positioned with immediate access to the A14, A11, and A142 corridors, this role offers guaranteed shift hours and dependable long-term stability with temp-to-perm pathways for dedicated drivers.

Key Details & Responsibilities

• 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

Benefits

• Expected Hours: Typically 8-10 paid hours per shift, with regular opportunities for overtime.

• Support: Dedicated transport coordinator and on-call planning team

Requirements

Licence & Cards: Valid UK HGV Class 2 (Category C) licence, Driver CPC qualification card, and Digital Tachograph card Experience: Good experience in driving commercial Class 2 (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