HGV Class 2 Driver; Drayperson

People Solutions are recruiting on behalf of our client, a well-established drinks distributor operating across the Home Counties and Greater London, for experienced and reliable HGV Class 2 Drivers / Draypersons.

This role is based out of the Aylesbury depots and offers a great opportunity to join a friendly, well-run business delivering drinks to pubs, bars, restaurants, and hotels. You'll be working a 4-day week (Tuesday to Friday), giving you a strong work-life balance alongside a stable, long-term position.

This is a hands-on, customer-facing role where you'll be out on the road, meeting customers, and making sure deliveries are completed safely, accurately, and to a high standard of service.

This role would suit applicants who have worked in a role as a LGV Class 2 Driver, Category C Driver or Lorry Driver.

• Tuesday - Friday (40 Hours a week)
• Start Time:
From 5:00am (depending on route)
• Overtime:
Regularly available

£38,500 per annum

As a HGV Class 2 Driver / Dray person you will be responsible for delivering drinks products to hospitality venues across the region.

• Working closely with a driver's mate who will support you with deliveries, help handle goods, and assist on-site to ensure drops are completed safely and efficiently
• Carrying out daily vehicle checks and safe loading of goods
• Following delivery schedules and route planning
• Delivering kegs, cases, and bottles safely and efficiently
• Completing delivery paperwork, returns, and collections accurately
• Returning empties such as kegs, cases, and gas bottles
• Working safely at all times, including manual handling and cellar deliveries
• Maintaining a smart and professional appearance in uniform

As an HGV Class 2 Driver, you will need:

• A valid UK Category C licence
• A minimum of two years' experience driving Category C vehicles
• No more than six penalty points for minor infringements, with no major endorsement codes
• A valid UK CPC card and Digi card
• A good level of spoken and written English
• Punctuality and excellent time-keeping skills
• A good understanding of traffic laws and regulations
• Strong communication skills
• A positive, can-do attitude
• Good communication and customer service skills
• Reliability and punctuality
• Ability to work well as part of a team
• A reasonable level of physical fitness (this is a manual role)
• A professional and respectful approach to work

• Experience driving commercial vehicles
• Previous multi-drop delivery experience

• Driver's assessment must be completed
• A paid induction will follow successful assessment

If you are an experienced HGV Class 2 Driver / Dray person looking for a stable role with excellent pay and long-term opportunities, apply today to be considered.

People Solutions do not charge candidates any fees or request deposits at any stage of the recruitment process