Hgv Class 2 Driver

Class 2 Driver with Box Trailer (LGV Category

C) – Store Deliveries

Location:

Leicester
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Hours:

5 Days Week (inc 2 Nights Away)/2am Start on Monday - 2pm on Friday
Full

Job Description
We are currently recruiting for a reliable and professional Class 2 Driver (LGV Category

C) to work for us on behalf of our leading Leicester-based client.
This is a full-time, permanent position delivering caged goods throughout the UK on behalf of our retail client. The role offers consistent weekday hours, competitive pay, and the opportunity to join a supportive and well-established team.
The successful candidate will be safety-focused, customer-oriented, and capable of managing a varied daily workload while maintaining high standards of professionalism and compliance.

Key Responsibilities
 
* Carry out pallet deliveries and collections in a safe and efficient manner.
 
* Safely operate a Class 2 (Category

C) vehicle in accordance with all legal and company requirements.
 
* Complete daily vehicle walk around checks and report any defects promptly.
 
* Use a tail lift to load and unload cages at store sites (manual manoevering of cages is necessary).
 
* Complete electronic Proof of Delivery (POD) documentation accurately.
 
* Use company-approved smartphone applications for POD completion, vehicle checks, and transport-related tasks.
Essential Requirements
 
* Valid LGV Class 2 (Category

C) Driving Licence.
 
* Valid Driver CPC qualification and Digital Tachograph Card.
 
* Previous Class 2 driving experience is essential.
 
* Experience operating vehicles fitted with tail lifts.
 
* Ability and willingness to use an electric pallet truck when required.
 
* Good knowledge of road transport regulations and driver compliance requirements.
 
* Strong communication and customer service skills.
 
* Excellent time management and organisational skills.
 
* Reliable, professional, and safety-conscious approach to work.
 
* Own smartphone required for electronic POD completion, vehicle checks, and transport applications.

What We Offer
 
* Competitive rate of £18.00 per hour.
 
* Guaranteed Monday to Thursday working pattern.
 
* No weekend working.
 
* Supportive and friendly working environment.
 
* Secure, long-term employment opportunity.
 
* Ongoing training and development