HGV Class 2 & Site Operative Wide

Job Overview

Huddersfield Base

Regular UK wide travel

Standard hours:
Monday to Thursday, 7:30am to 5:00pm (36 hours). Fridays average once per month (paid at time & a half).

Flexibility with hours and work duties is absolutely essential.

This role requires a hands‑on approach, not just driving duties.

• £16.04 per hour Monday to Thursday
• + £1.39 per hour when on site assisting with installations (not deliveries)
• £24.06 for all hours worked over 36 hours.

• Time and a half for all hours worked over 36 hours.
• Fridays worked once per month on average – all hours paid at time and a half.
• Prorated 28 days holidays including stats – 13 floating days. January to December.
• Breakfast paid and £20 meal allowance per day.
• Company pension contribution (employee must contribute 2.5% per week to qualify).
• Bonus – company performance bonus after qualifying period.
• Occasional overnight stays in the vehicle cab will be required.

• Class 2 (Category
  
  C) driving licence
• Valid HIAB / lorry loader certificate (training provided) – not essential
• Valid Driver CPC qualification
• Digital tachograph card
• Understanding of load securing and transport safety procedures
• Previous experience driving Class 2 vehicles
• Maximum 6 penalty points on licence
• Good understanding of health and safety procedures
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Flexible and reliable approach to work

• FLT licence or experience
• CSCS card
• Experience working on customer or construction sites
• Experience using hand tools or basic machinery
• Previous experience within engineering, manufacturing or construction environments

• Full confined space training will be provided
• Safely operate a Class 2 (Category
  
  C) vehicle
• Carry out daily vehicle safety checks and maintain accurate records
• Complete delivery paperwork and driver logs accurately
• Assist installation teams on site when required
• Use HIAB / lorry loader equipment to safely load and unload materials
• Secure loads correctly using straps, chains and safety equipment
• Deliver materials to customer and construction sites across the UK
• Most deliveries are completed using the HIAB equipment, with limited heavy lifting involved
• Factory and warehouse support duties only required during quieter driving periods
• Majority of the role involves travelling to customer and construction sites across the UK
• Site work mainly involves assisting with health and safety support, guiding materials into position and supporting installation teams
• Some overnight stays may occasionally be required, including sleeping in the cab when necessary

As an Equal Opportunities employer, we welcome applications regardless of race, gender, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, disability, or age. All applicants are considered based on their merits and abilities for the job.