Class 2 Driver

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Location Southampton - SO16 0YU

Salary Competitive Salary: £39,353 per annum - £42,636 per annum, depending on hours worked. PLUS for all shifts starting between 21:00hrs & 04:00hrs, you will receive an additional £7.50 per shift.

The job requirements are detailed below. Where applicable the skills, qualifications and memberships required for this job have also been included.

Salary Competitive Salary: £39,353 per annum - £42,636 per annum, depending on hours worked. PLUS for all shifts starting between 21:00hrs & 04:00hrs, you will receive an additional £7.50 per shift.

Location:

Southampton, Hampshire
Shift: 48 hour week, based on a 25-week rolling contract.

Do you have a UK Class 2 C Licence? If “YES,” we want to hear from you!

About the Role

As a Class 2 Driver, you will:

• Operate a rigid vehicle equipped with a tail lift to deliver bakery products to a range of retail outlets, wholesale and convenience stores across the South of England.
• Provide a high level of customer service at delivery points, engaging directly with customers to ensure delivery requirements are met and expectations are managed effectively.
• Demonstrate flexibility to accommodate early start times, safely operate tail‑lift equipment, and carry out manual handling of bread deliveries in line with safe working practices.
• Ensure all goods are loaded, secured, and transported correctly to prevent movement or damage, using straps, load restraint bars, and other securing equipment as required.
• Conduct comprehensive daily vehicle safety checks using the company‑issued mobile device, ensuring vehicle safety, compliance, and reliability at all times.
• Maintain regular communication with the transport team, providing timely updates on progress to support efficient operations and customer satisfaction.
• Participate fully in regular training sessions to remain up to date with industry standards, compliance requirements, and best‑practice procedures.

Essential Skills and Qualifications

• Must hold a UK Class 2 C Licence.
• Current DCPC Card and Digital Tachograph Driver Card.
• Ability to work effectively to deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
• Confident, courteous, and able to work well both independently and as part of a team.
• Good geographical knowledge and route awareness.
• Physically fit, flexible, hardworking, and self‑motivated with a positive attitude.

Why Join Gregory Distribution Ltd?

• Competitive Salary
  : £39,353 per annum - £42,636 per annum, depending on hours worked. PLUS for all shifts starting between 21:00hrs & 04:00hrs, you will receive an additional £7.50 per shift.
• Shift Hours
  :
  Starting between 01:00hrs and 03:30hrs, on a 25-week rolling rota, including weekends.
• Overtime
  :
  Paid at an hourly rate.
• Training
  : DCPC training during your employment*, Monthly Courses for a variety of areas.
• Benefits
  :
  Additional holiday purchasing scheme*, Retail discounts with Circular Benefits*, Retail Trust Wellbeing Support*, and more.
• Career Development
  :
  Opportunity to develop your career within an expanding business.
• Company Benefits
  :
  Excellent holiday allowance, Medical Reimbursement*, Life assurance, pension, and sickness scheme*.
• Extras
  :
  Christmas Savings Club*, Black Circle Tyre Discount*, Cycle To Work Scheme*,Free Uniform and paid Volunteer Day.
• Team Culture
  :
  Strong culture of teamwork.

Note to Recruitment Agencies:
We prefer to recruit directly but have a Preferred Supplier List for when we need assistance. We’ll be in touch if we need you.

Eligibility:
Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK with no restrictions. Proof of Right to Work will be required at the interview stage.

Contact Us:
For any queries, please contact our Recruitment Team at  . Our team is available Monday to Friday, 08:30hrs - 17:00hrs.