HGV Class 2 Driver

Job Title:

HGV Class 2 Driver

Location:

Walthamstow

Employment Type:

Ongoing, Temp to Perm Available Salary Detail:
Range: 18.06 - 20.27 per hour

Job Description We are currently seeking experienced and reliable HGV Class 2 Drivers to join the despatch team of a major bakery distribution centre in Walthamstow . The role involves multi-drop deliveries of bakery goods to major retailers and distribution points, with an emphasis on physical activity and safety compliance. This is a 7-day operation , and candidates must be available for flexible shift patterns , including weekends and nights.

Deliveries are made using barn-door vehicles and tail-lifts , and all product handling is done using wheeled bread dollies . Shift Pattern:
Night Deliveries:
Start between 15:00 and 19:00 Day Runs:
Start between 00:30 and 04:30 Routes:
Range from 6 to 18 drops depending on distance

Schedule:

Minimum 4 shifts per week available Rotational Routing:
Drivers typically rotate through 34 regular delivery routes

Key Responsibilities Multi-drop deliveries to supermarkets, petrol stations, and commercial sites Manual handling of bread dollies (pushing/pulling/loading/unloading) Operation of tail-lift vehicles and use of PDAs for delivery tracking Route familiarisation and safe vehicle handling Communication of any delays, issues, or compliance breaches to the depot Requirements Valid UK HGV Class 2 (Category

C) licence Valid CPC and UK-issued Digital Tachograph Card Minimum 12 months recent Class 2 experience (longer preferred) Maximum 6 points on licence (minor only no DR, DD, or IN codes) Physical fitness to complete full shifts and handle frequent loading tasks Familiarity with PDA devices and multi-drop delivery processes Full PPE:
Safety footwear, gloves, hi-vis vest Must hold or be eligible for a Site Passport Card Induction & Assessment:
Unpaid assessment (approx. 2 hours) Paid 8-hour induction includes theory test (driver hours, WTD), vehicle check, and site induction Minimum 2-day shadowing with experienced drivers Failed assessments result in a 3-month wait period before reassessment Benefits Weekly pay via integrated clock-in system Access to canteen, secure entry, and on-site facilities Stable ongoing shifts (minimum 4 per week if trained) Opportunity to move into Temp-to-Perm roles for reliable drivers Pay Rates PAYE:
Day

Shift: £18.06per hour  Holiday Night

Shift: £20.27 per hour  Holiday

How To Apply

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