HGV Class 2 Driver

People Solutions; Widnes; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Long-term position

Training provided

Job summary

People Solutions is seeking an HGV Class 2 Driver for a Widnes, Cheshire role with Monday to Friday shifts. Start times typically between 04:00 and 07:00.

You will drive Class 2 vehicles, complete 5–12 store deliveries daily across the UK, and ensure loads stay safe and at the correct temperatures throughout transit. The role offers weekly pay, ongoing training, and long-term stability with a leading logistics provider.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 24 months' experience driving Category C vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Driving Class 2 vehicles safely from Monday to Friday.
• Delivering 5–12 product deliveries to stores across the UK each day.
• Ensuring loads are maintained at correct temperatures and secure in transit.
• Unloading cages with a tail lift and delivering into stores.
• Completing all required paperwork accurately.

Skills

Customer service

Job description

HGV Class 2 Driver - Widnes, Cheshire

People Solutions are currently recruiting for an HGV Class 2 Driver to join our well-established client based in Widnes, Cheshire.

This is a fantastic opportunity offering excellent rates of pay, Monday to Friday work, and long-term stability with a leading company in the industry.

This role would particularly suit applicants with previous experience as a LGV Class 2 Driver, Category C Driver or Truck Driver.

Rates of Pay:

• £16.90 per hour (standard hours, Monday to Friday)
• £19.79 per hour (overtime paid after 42 hours)
• Weekly pay

Shift Pattern:

• Monday to Friday
• Start times between 04:00 and 07:00

Benefits:

Your benefits as an HGV Class 2 Driver are:

• Ongoing, long-term position with a leading logistics provider
• Competitive rates of pay
• Weekly pay
• First-day assessment and training provided as required
• Ongoing support throughout your assignment

Day-to-Day Duties:

As an HGV Class 2 Driver, you will work:

• Driving Class 2 vehicles safely and efficiently on Monday to Friday shifts
• Completing between 5 and 12 product deliveries to stores across the UK each day
• Ensuring all loads are maintained at the correct temperatures and are safe and secure throughout transit
• Safely unloading cages using a tail lift and delivering into stores
• Completing all required paperwork accurately

Essential Skills:

To be successful as an HGV Class 2 Driver, you will need:

• A minimum of 24 months' experience driving Category C vehicles
• A valid UK Category C Driving Licence
• A valid CPC Card
• A valid Digital Tachograph Card
• No more than six penalty points for minor offences (no DR10, DG10, IN10, or TT99 endorsements)
• No major endorsement codes
• Strong customer service skills

Desirable Experience:

• Multi-drop store delivery experience
• Previous experience within a retail distribution environment
• Experience operating tail lifts
• Experience completing temperature-controlled deliveries

Training:

• First-day driving assessment
• Training provided as and when required
• Ongoing industry-related training and support