Job Description
HGV Class 2 Driver - Radstock, Somerset
Join one of the South West's leading logistics companies and kick-start or continue your driving career with a business offering full training, excellent rates of pay, ongoing work and genuine long-term opportunities.
People Solutions are currently recruiting for HGV Class 2 Drivers to join our well-established client based in Radstock, Somerset.
This is a fantastic opportunity for both experienced and newly qualified drivers looking for stability, weekly pay, ongoing support and career progression within a growing transport operation.
This role would suit applicants looking for work as a LGV Class 2 Driver, Category C Driver, Multi-Drop Driver or Truck Driver.
Shift Pattern:
• Monday to Friday • Flexibility required due to varying start and finish times • Saturday AM deliveries required on a rota basis (approximately 1 in 8)
Rates of Pay:
• £14.50 - £18.00 per hour
Benefits:
As an HGV Class 2 Driver, you will receive:
• Excellent hourly rates (PAYE - holidays accrued separately) • Ongoing work with full training and support • Weekly pay • Immediate starts available • Newly qualified drivers welcome • Company discounts after qualifying period • Staff canteen • Free on-site parking • Employee well-being programme • Long-term progression opportunities
Day-to-Day Duties:
As an HGV Class 2 Driver, your duties will include:
• Safely operating and driving Class 2 vehicles • Delivering and collecting palletised goods to and from customer sites across Somerset, Dorset, Wiltshire and Bristol • Completing multi-drop deliveries alongside a Driver's Mate • Operating tail lifts and moving palletised goods safely • Loading and unloading deliveries accurately and efficiently • Carrying out daily vehicle safety checks and reporting defects • Completing delivery paperwork and maintaining accurate records • Communicating effectively with transport teams, customers and site staff • Following all road transport, health and safety, and compliance procedures
Essential Skills:
To be successful as an HGV Class 2 Driver, you will need:
• Valid UK Category C Licence • Valid UK CPC Card and Digital Tachograph Card • No more than six penalty points for minor offences (no IN, DR, DD or CD endorsements) • Good communication and customer service skills • Reliable, professional and punctual attitude • Good understanding of road safety and transport compliance • Ability to work as part of a two-person delivery team • Physically fit due to the nature of pallet movement and tail-lift operation
Desirable Experience:
• Previous commercial driving or multi-drop delivery experience • Experience delivering palletised or bulky goods • Good customer-facing experience
Training:
• Full industry-related training provided • Ongoing support and development throughout your assignment
Apply:
If you are looking for work as an HGV Class 2 Driver, apply today and a member of our recruitment team will be in touch.
People Solutions do not charge candidates any fees or request deposits at any stage of the recruitment process.