HGV2 Driver

Newrest; Manchester; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals on duty

Medicash health cashback

Benefits hub access

Life Assurance up to 2x salary

Increased Annual Leave

Job summary

Newrest in Manchester is seeking an HGV Class 2 Driver to ensure aircraft are fully catered and ready for departure. Rotating 9.5-hour shifts, 5 on 3 off, with start times 04:00–11:30 and finish 13:30–21:00. The role pays £17.27 per hour, with overtime at 1.2x after 173 hours monthly.

All offers are subject to successful security clearance, including a full 5-year employment and DBS background check. Responsibilities include vehicle inspections, loading/unloading catering, and delivering to

Qualifications

• Valid UK HGV Class 2 licence (Category C).
• Valid CPC (Certificate of Professional Competence).
• Digital Tachograph card.
• Experience in airline catering or logistics is preferred but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections and report issues.
• Maintain cleanliness of vehicle and loading areas.
• Ensure security checks and proper documentation before departure.
• Deliver catering trolleys and equipment to aircraft stands and galley loads.
• Assist with loading/unloading and basic vehicle maintenance.

Skills

HGV Class 2 licence

CPC

Digital Tachograph

Team player

Good communication

Job description

All offers are subject to successful security clearance, including a full 5-year employment and DBS background check.

As an HGV Class 2 Driver you will play a vital role in ensuring aircraft are fully catered and ready for departure and help to ensure a seamless experience for airline customers and passengers.

Shifts

Rotating Nine and half hour Shifts, 5 on 3 off

Hours

Start time between: 4.00 and 11.30 & Finish time between 13.30 & 21.00

Rate

£17.27 per hour

Overtime

1.2 of hourly rate, after the completion of 173 hours each month

Our operation runs seven days a week, so flexibility is essential. You'll work a range of shifts, including evenings, weekends and bank holidays. Depending on airside operational requirements overtime and extended shifts as a key requirement of the role.

All offers are subject to successful security clearance, including a full 5-year employment and DBS background check.

Benefits

We believe in rewarding our people and offering benefits that make a real difference both at work and at home. As part of our team, you'll enjoy:

• Free meals while on duty.
• Cashback Medicash scheme, around £600 towards everyday health expenses, including dental, and optical costs.
• Access to the benefits hub, with employee discounts available for you and your family.
• Life Assurance up to 2x your salary.
• Increased Annual Leave entitlement with 5 years and 10 years’ service.

Roles And Responsibilities

• Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections as standard security and safety protocol and report any issues immediately.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene of the vehicle and loading areas.
• Ensure vehicle is security checked and sealed by an authorised staff member before departure with completed specified documentation.
• Drive HGV2 trucks to transport catering trolleys, meals, beverages and equipment to aircraft stands or airport terminals.
• Load aircraft as per the galley plans and adhering to company policy.
• Load and unload catering on and off the truck at the unit and aircraft in a safe and timely manner.
• Minor maintenance of vehicles i.e., top-up screen wash, ad-blue.

Essential Skills And Requirements

• Valid UK HGV Category C (Class 2) licence.
• Valid CPC (Certificate of Professional Competence).
• Digital Tachograph card.
• Previous experience in airline catering, logistics, or customer service preferred, but not essential.
• A team player who can effectively manage conflicting priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.