HGV Class 2 ADR Driver

HGV Class 2 ADR Driver

Company: BOC Gases

Location:

Wolverhampton

Salary: £46,123.00 per year

Employment Type:

Temporary (Ongoing)
Pertemps Wolverhampton is currently recruiting for a professional and reliable HGV Class 2 ADR Driver for one of our most prestigious national clients, BOC Gases, the largest provider of industrial, medical and special gases in the UK and Ireland.
This role requires a high level of attention to safety, the ability to navigate scheduled multi-drop routes, and the safe handling and transportation of hazardous materials in strict compliance with current transport laws and ADR regulations.

Key Responsibilities
Dangerous Goods Transport:
Operate commercial vehicles safely, strictly adhering to full ADR regulations and all relevant safety guidelines.
Deliveries & Collections:
Complete scheduled multi-drop deliveries and collections to various commercial, retail and industrial premises.
Vehicle Compliance:
Conduct thorough pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections, reporting any defects immediately to the transport office.
Manual Handling:
Securely fasten all cargo, which may involve the manual handling of gas cylinders or specialised waste containers.
Documentation:
Accurately complete and maintain tachograph records, delivery notes and all required dangerous goods documentation.
Customer Service:
Maintain a professional and courteous approach when dealing with customers and represent BOC Gases positively at all times.
Health & Safety:
Follow all site, company and legal health and safety procedures when loading, transporting and unloading dangerous goods.

Requirements
Licence:
Valid UK HGV/LGV Class 2 (Cat

C) licence.

Qualifications:

Current and in-date Driver Qualification Card (CPC) and Digital Tachograph Card.
ADR Certification:
Must hold a valid ADR certificate covering Class 2 – Gases in Packages.

Experience:

Ideally, a minimum of 3 years holding the relevant licence and at least 180 days of driving experience within the past 2 years.
Licence Cleanliness:
Maximum of 3 penalty points. No active CU80, MS90, CD, DR, DD, IN or TT endorsements due to insurance restrictions.
Assessment & Checks:
Willing to undertake a driving assessment, DBS criminal records check and Drug & Alcohol test.
Professional Standards:
Strong commitment to safety, compliance, customer service and responsible driving.

Benefits
Competitive Salary: £46,123.00 per year.
Work-Life Balance:
Typical start times between 06:00 and 07:00, with shift lengths of approximately 8–10 hours.
Monday to Friday:
Regular weekday working pattern, with occasional weekend work.
Weekend Allowance:
Additional allowance payments for weekend working on top of the standard hourly rate.
Paid Breaks:
Breaks are paid in accordance with the applicable company terms.
Minimum Shift Guarantee:
Minimum 6 hours guaranteed per shift.
Holiday Entitlement: 26 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays, with holiday accrual in line with the applicable employment terms.
Weekly Pay:
Weekly pay with accrued holiday pay.
Pay Reviews:
Yearly pay increases based on length of service and applicable pay awards.
Ongoing Work:
Long-term ongoing work, with the opportunity to become an integral part of the client's team.
Permanent Opportunities:
Potential opportunities to move into a permanent position.
Driver Training:
Access to ongoing driver training and courses that can count towards CPC modules.
Uniform & PPE:
Free uniform and required safety equipment provided.
Parking:
Secure on-site parking available.
Career Development:
Opportunities to develop your skills and progress within a leading national gas and industrial services organisation.

Location Wolverhampton, West Midlands

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced HGV Class 2 ADR Driver looking for stable ongoing work, competitive pay, strong benefits and the potential for permanent employment with a leading national employer