HGV Driver Class 2

The Recruitment Crowd (Yorkshire) Limited; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The Recruitment Crowd are recruiting on behalf of our client in Plymouth, PL6, for multiple HGV Class 2 Drivers to join on an ongoing basis with a path to permanent roles.

Pay rates: Nights £16.16 per hour PAYE, Days £15.10 per hour PAYE. Shifts include night starts at 01:00 and day starts at 12:30, with 56 hours guaranteed per week on day shifts. Paid training and a driving assessment are provided.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence with HGV Class 2 entitlement (CAT C).
• Valid and in-date DCPC and Digital Tachograph Card.
• No more than 6 points on your licence (minor offences only).
• Good understanding of Working Time Directive (WTD) legislation.
• Willingness to complete a driving assessment.
• Good communication skills.
• A strong safety-first attitude.

Responsibilities

• Deliver palletised parcels between sub-depots and delivery units.
• Load/unload using tail lift and pump truck.
• Complete paperwork accurately.
• Drive safely and follow company procedures.
• Provide professional, courteous customer service.
• Refuel and empty the vehicle at end of shift.

Skills

Good communication skills

Safety-first attitude

Willingness to driving assessment

Job description

The Recruitment Crowd are currently recruiting on behalf of our well-known and industry-leading client based in Plymouth, PL6. We are looking for multiple HGV Class 2 Drivers to join the team on an ongoing basis, with the opportunity to become permanent.

Pay Rates:

• Nights: £16.16 per hour PAYE
• Days: £15.10 per hour PAYE

Shift Pattern:

• Monday to Sunday
• Night shifts: 01:00am start
• Day shifts: 12:30pm start, Monday to Friday
• Day shifts offer 56 hours guaranteed per shift (27.5 hours per week)

The Role

As an HGV Class 2 Driver, you will be responsible for safely transporting palletised parcels between sub-depots and delivery units.

Duties will include:

• Completing deliveries, typically involving 12 stops.
• Loading and unloading using a tail lift and pump truck.
• Ensuring all paperwork is completed accurately.
• Driving safely and following all company procedures.
• Providing professional and courteous customer service.
• Emptying and refuelling the vehicle at the end of each shift.

All successful candidates will be required to complete a theory and practical driving assessment. Once passed, you will complete several days of paid training before starting regular work.

Requirements

• Full UK driving licence with HGV Class 2 (CAT C) entitlement.
• Valid and in-date DCPC (CPC) and Digital Tachograph Card.
• No more than 6 points on your licence minor offences only.
• Good understanding of Working Time Directive (WTD) legislation.
• Willingness to complete a driving assessment.
• Good communication skills.
• A strong safety-first attitude.

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