Transport - LGV Class 2 Driver

EV Cargo; Newbury; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Competitive Annual Leave

Reward Gateway discounts

Wellbeing Centre access

Employee Recognition Scheme

Excellent Pension Scheme

Health Care Cash Plan

Job summary

Palletforce is seeking a fully qualified HGV Class 2 Driver for a full-time role in Newbury. You will deliver products to customers, conduct daily vehicle checks, and manage handheld terminals while maintaining safety and accuracy. The role includes occasional 3.5t vehicle duties during peaks and weekend work.

Ideal candidates hold Class 2 (C+E) and valid CPC, plus a Digital Tacho Card. Refrigeration/multi-drop experience is advantageous and CPC training is valued.

Qualifications

• Class 2 Driving Licence (C+E) and valid CPC.
• Digital Tacho Card and HGV/LGV Class licence.
• Experience with refrigeration and multi-drop routes is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily vehicle checks to ensure roadworthiness and safety.
• Operate handheld terminals and record accurate information.
• Complete paperwork and return to Transport Office promptly.
• Report delivery issues to Transport Office in a timely manner.
• Provide professional driving service meeting customer expectations.
• Adhere to health and safety standards at all times.
• Occasionally drive 3.5t vehicles during peak periods.
• Be able to work weekends.

Skills

Communication

Planning & Organisation

People skills

Education

CPC Training Course

Tools

Digital Tacho Card

Job description

THE ROLE:

HGV Class 2 Driver | Full Time | Newbury

Our drivers are one of the most important roles within Palletforce Logistics, and as a fully qualified Class 2 Driver, you will have the important role of delivering products to our customers whilst being safe and taking care of yourself on the road.

THE SALARY:

• Competitive salary
• £50 a week attendance and accident bonus
• Overtime available

LOCATION:

This role will be based at our site in Newbury.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITES:

• Various HGV driving duties, including daily checks to ensure your vehicle is roadworthy and safe to use, complying with vehicle security and standing procedures at all times.
• Manage the hand held terminals and be able to record accurate information.
• Ensure all paperwork is completed accurately and returned to the Transport Office.
• Report any delivery issues in a timely manner to the Transport Office.
• Provide a professional driving service, meeting and exceeding customer expectations
• Ensure health and safety standards are adhered at all times
• You may be required to drive 3.5t vehicles during peak periods.
• Able to work weekends.

OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

Qualifications

Class 2 Driving Licence (C+E), Valid CPC, Digital Tacho Card. HGV/LGC Class licence.

Experience.

Previous experience is essential. Refrigeration and multi drop experience would be beneficial. Will have completed a CPC Training Course and have a strong geographical and logistical knowledge.

Communication.

You will have good communication skills, spoken and written.

Influence & Persuasion.

Build good working relationships with work colleagues and our customers.

Planning & Organisation.

You will be adaptable in your start and finish times and the ability to prioritise workloads and meet tight deadlines.

People & Self Development.

If you are looking for a future career and progression within a growing company this really is a fantastic opportunity to join the team. You will have the ability to self-motivate, self-manage and work both autonomously and as part of a team. You will be friendly and helpful nature with an excellent work ethic.

In return we will:

Support your development journey, help you grow you and offer:

• Competitive salary
• Competitive Annual Leave.
• Reward Gateway – access to significant savings and cashback on 900+ top retailers, from groceries to wellness products, travel and much more!
• Access to the Wellbeing Centre – providing education, support, and tools to help you live a healthier and happier life.
• Employee Recognition Scheme
• Excellent Pension Scheme
• Health Care Cash Plan

About us

Palletforcehave grown to become a predominate international supply chain partner to many of the world’s leading brands. We enable customer success through market leading air, ocean, surface freight, logistics, supply chain and technology solutions. Our growth is accelerating around the world.

Diversity and Inclusion

Equality, diversity and inclusivity are at the heart of everything Palletforce does. We offer a diverse and inclusive community that respects individuals and enables them to strive for success in order to contribute positively and sustainably to the business. By creating this environment in which everyone can express and develop their potential, from the moment they are hired and throughout their career, means ensuring that all our colleagues have the same opportunity to succeed, regardless of origin, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or affiliation with a political, religious, union, organisation or minority group.

Palletforce reserves the right to close the vacancy before the stated closing date if a high volume of applications is received. Due to the volume of applications, we receive, we regret that we are not able to provide detailed feedback to applicants that were not shortlisted.

You must have the legal right to live and work in the United Kingdom.

If you have any queries, please contact: [e-mail]