HGV Class 2 Driver (PDI) / Yard Person - Leicester

Ford & Slater; Leicester; On-site; GBP 14,888 - 21,204; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

22 days holiday, rising to 25 after 5 years

Employee Assistance Program

Pension

Death in Service Insurance

Cycle to work scheme

Job summary

A leading vehicle service provider is seeking an HGV Class 2 Driver / Yard Person in Leicester. This role offers local work with an hourly rate up to £13.10 and no tramping. Responsibilities include driving for vehicle collections and deliveries, road testing, and performing general yard duties. Candidates must hold a valid UK Class 2 licence, be customer-focused, and possess excellent communication skills. Competitive benefits include 22 days holiday, pension, and employee support programs.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid UK Class 2 licence; Class 1 preferred.
• Customer focused with excellent communication skills.
• Any site maintenance or DIY knowledge is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Collection and delivery of vehicles within Leicester and surrounding area.
• Conduct road testing.
• Perform general yard and ‘caretaker’ duties when not driving.

Skills

Customer focused

Excellent communication skills

Site maintenance knowledge

Education

Valid UK Class 2 licence

Job description

As an HGV Class 2 Driver / Yard Person, we can offer you:

• Working Monday – Friday
• An hourly rate of up to £13.10 (depending on your driver experience)
• No tramping! Local work
• 22 days holiday (excluding statutory), rising to 25 days after 5 years service
• Employee Of the Month Competition
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pension
• Death in Service Life Insurance Scheme
• Cycle to work scheme

The HGV Class 2 Driver / Yard Person responsibilities include (but not limited to):

• This is a ‘dual role’. Collection / delivery of vehicles from / to customers primarily within Leicester and the surrounding area.
• Road testing.
• General yard duties as and when required when not driving.
• General ‘caretaker’ duties as required.

Working Monday to Friday: 8am – 4:30pm.

Who are we looking for as our HGV Class 2 Driver / Yard Person:

• You must hold a valid UK Class 2 licence but Class 1 is preferred.
• Be a customer focused individual with excellent communication skills.
• Any site maintenance / DIY knowledge would be an distinct advantage.

As anequal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate and are committed to provide equal opportunities, a fully inclusive work environment and fairness for all.

Apply today to start your HGV Class 2 Driver / Yard Person journey with Ford & Slater

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