HGV; Class 1 and 2 Drivers

Overview

HGV Class 1 Driver and HGV Class 2 Driver positions are available across South Devon. Driver Hire/dh Recruitment (Torbay & Barnstaple) is recruiting experienced and newly qualified Class 1 (C+E) and Class 2 (Category

C) drivers for a variety of ongoing assignments with established local businesses throughout Devon and Cornwall.

South Devon. Work available across Torquay, Paignton, Newton Abbot, Totnes, South Brent, Kingsbridge, Salcombe and surrounding areas. This position is a road-based role with local and regional routes throughout Devon and Cornwall.

£16.81 to £21.01 per hour PAYE Advance. Other PAYE models are available. Weekly pay every Friday. Minimum 8 hours' pay is guaranteed per shift.

• Driving HGV Class 1 (C+E) articulated vehicles or HGV Class 2 (Category
  
  C) rigid vehicles
• Completing local and regional deliveries across Devon and Cornwall
• Carrying palletised goods, general haulage, trade deliveries and retail deliveries
• Completing daily vehicle checks and reporting defects
• Maintaining delivery paperwork and digital tachograph records
• Following Drivers' Hours regulations and site procedures
• Assisting with loading and unloading where required

• Essential
• Valid HGV Class 1 (C+E) licence or HGV Class 2 (Category
  
  C) licence
• Driver CPC qualification
• Digital Tachograph Card
• No more than 6 penalty points
• Reliable transport to reach client depots
• Ability to work early starts
• Desirable
• Previous HGV driving experience
• Knowledge of Devon and Cornwall road networks
• Experience using electronic POD or scanning systems
• Newly qualified drivers are encouraged to apply.

• £16.81 to £21.01 per hour PAYE Advance with other PAYE models available.
• Weekly pay
• Minimum 8 hours' pay per shift
• Flexible day, night and weekend shifts available
• Ongoing work with established local employers
• Temporary and permanent opportunities
• Temp-to-perm positions available
• Discounted Driver CPC training
• Pension contributions
• Dedicated local recruitment team
• Variety of driving work across multiple sectors

No CV required. Apply online today or call to speak with our team. We will arrange your registration and help you get started as quickly as possible.

Driver Hire/dh Recruitment (Torbay & Barnstaple) is a specialist recruitment agency covering transport, logistics, and driving roles across South Devon and North Devon. We work with a range of local and regional employers to connect professional drivers with quality opportunities.

As part of Driver Hire Nationwide, we are backed by over 40 years of recruitment experience and a network of more than 100 offices across the UK.

In the latest Driver Hire Nationwide candidate survey, 97% of candidates said they were proud to work for Driver Hire, and 96% rated the service they received as Good or Excellent, based on responses from 1,109 candidates in December 2025.

Whether you are seeking temporary, ongoing or permanent work, we are here to help you find the right driving role.