HGV Driver Class 2

Our client, providers of freight forwarding services, are currently looking for a Class 2 HGV Driver to join their team in Essex.

The Class 2 HGV Driver, will report to the Logistics & Senior Fleet Manager. On a day to day basis you will be driving commercial vehicles, ranging between and 26 tonnes, collecting and delivering freight. 

Main Class 2 HGV Driver duties:

Multi Drop/Pickup

Some Tail lift deliveries and collections as well as some manual handling when needed (kerbside)

Ensuring that all loads are checked for discrepancies (damage/shortages etc) and are safely loaded and secured on the vehicle. Reporting discrepancies where necessary.

Daily maintenance checks on the vehicle you have been assigned to.

Ensuring that all records pertaining to the role (Tacho's, Time sheets, Trip sheets, Receipts etc) are kept in an orderly fashion and submitted in a timely and appropriate manner.

Includes deliveries in all areas of London (accessible for HGVs) when required.

Core warehouse hours are 6am to 10:30pm, working hours are approximately 55 hours per week. This role will require drivers to have a flexible approach to start time depending on daily workload. Up to 3 nights out per week will be required. These weekly hours are within the parameters of the legal driving hours and working time directive.

In return, the Class 2 HGV Driver will earn a basic salary of £32,760 + monthly criteria based bonus (max £6,400 per annum)

We are keen to speak to people who have 2 years groupage / logistics experience as a Class 2 HGV Driver, who hold a current valid driving licence, Tacho and CPC.