Job Description

: Class 2 HGV Driver (Tankers/Packaged Goods)

Location:

In between Hinkley and Leicester

Contract Type:

Full-Time, Permanent for right candidate - guaranteed 6 month

The Role:

We are a leading national supplier seeking a professional, safety-conscious, and reliable Class 2 HGV Driver to join our transport team. You will be responsible for the safe and timely delivery of dangerous goods to a variety of customer sites, ensuring the highest standards of compliance and customer service.

Key Responsibilities:

Safely operate a Class 2 (rigid) HGV vehicle, adhering to all road traffic laws and company procedures. Perform deliveries of dangerous goods in tanks and packaged goods to domestic and commercial customers. Complete all necessary delivery and vehicle paperwork accurately and on time. Conduct thorough daily vehicle checks (defect reporting) and maintain excellent vehicle standards. Load and unload products safely, using appropriate manual handling techniques. Provide exceptional customer service at all times. Strictly adhere to all health, safety, and environmental regulations, particularly those relating to the transport of dangerous goods (ADR).

Essential Requirements:

To be considered for this role, you must meet the following mandatory criteria:

Licences & Certifications:

Valid UK Cat C (Class 2) HGV driving licence. Valid Driver CPC card.

A valid ADR certificate for Tanks and Packaged Goods.

Candidates can be newly ADR qualified, but they must have their physical ADR card in hand to be able to start work.*

Background & Vetting:

A stable and checkable

5-year address history

. A verifiable

3-year employment history

. Successful completion of pre-employment vetting, including: A criminal record self-declaration (

unspent convictions only

). A Basic Disclosure check (processed and paid for by the company. A 6-week grace period from your start date will be granted for this certificate to be returned). A financial probity check. Full agreement to and compliance with the company's Drug & Alcohol Policy and Mobile Phone Policy.

Desirable Skills & Qualities:

Previous experience in multi-drop delivery driving. Experience in the delivery of fuels, gases, or other dangerous goods. A strong focus on safety and customer service. Excellent geographical knowledge of the local region. Physically fit for manual handling tasks.
Job Types: Permanent, Temporary
Contract length: 6 months

Pay: 16.60-33.30 per hour

Expected hours: 42.5 per week

Licence/Certification:

ADR (required)
Work Location: In person