HGV Driver (C)

The Best Connection Group; Daventry; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NEW Perks at Work Scheme

Weekly PAYE pay - no admin fees

28 days paid holiday (Incl. Bank Hoild

CPC training available

Online payslips & simple registration

Overtime opportunities

Contributory pension

Personal accident insurance optional

Job summary

The Best Connection Group is recruiting HGV Class 2 Drivers in Daventry for ongoing days shifts, starting early morning. You will load/unload appliances, perform vehicle checks and maintain safety and paperwork.

The role offers £16.14 per hour, weekly PAYE, 28 days holiday pro rata, and CPC training. Ongoing work through 2026 with pension and optional personal accident insurance.

Qualifications

• Valid HGV Class 2 (Category C) Licence.
• Commitment to shifts/rotas.
• Ability to work safely alone.
• Time management and punctuality.
• A good understanding of UK drivers' hours.

Responsibilities

• Loading and unloading heavy appliances using appropriate manual handling techniques and equipment.
• Following health and safety procedures, including safe lifting and carrying practices.
• Ensuring your load is safe and secure
• Completion of delivery paperwork
• Communicating with transport planners and customer service teams regarding delivery updates, delays, or issues
• Vehicle checks

Skills

HGV Class 2 Licence

Shift commitment

Time management

Punctuality

UK driving hours knowledge

Job description

HGV Class 2 Drivers (C) - NEW PASSES WELCOME

LOCATION (Daventry) - Days

£16.14 per hour

The Best Connection are currently recruiting for HGV Class 2 Drivers with our global logistics and supply chain company that operates both freight management and contract logistics. This is an ongoing opportunity with excellent earning potential and long-term prospects.

About the Role

HGV Class 2 Drivers - Main duties and requirements are:

• Loading and unloading heavy appliances using appropriate manual handling techniques and equipment
• Following health and safety procedures, including safe lifting and carrying practices.
• Ensuring your load is safe and secure
• Completion of delivery paperwork
• Communicating with transport planners and customer service teams regarding delivery updates, delays, or issues
• Maximum 6 points accepted ( No DD/ DR offences)
• Vehicle checks

Working Hours

• 05:00 - 07:00 start time
• Minimum 8-hour shifts

Pay

• £16.14 per hour

What We're Looking For

• Valid HGV Class 2 (Category C) Licence
• Commitment to shifts/rotas
• Ability to work safely alone
• Time management and punctuality
• A good understanding of UK drivers' hours

Why Join The Best Connection?

• Ongoing work through 2026
• NEWPerks at Work Scheme
• Weekly PAYE pay - no admin fees
• 28 days paid holiday (Incl. Bank Holidays) Pro rata
• CPC training available
• Online payslips & simple registration
• Overtime opportunities
• Contributory pension
• Personal accident insurance optional

About Us

The Best Connection has been a trusted UK recruiter since 1991, with 70+ branches nationwide, specialising in driving, industrial, and logistics roles.

The Best Connection is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.