HGV Class 2 Driver

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<p class="text-muted mb-3">Location: Leeds, LS10</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Salary: £36,000 per annum + £26 tax-free night-out allowance</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Overtime: Time and half after 45 hours</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Working Pattern: Monday – Friday, average 45–50 hours per week</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Nights Out: 4 nights out per week</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Freight Force Recruitment Ltd are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this permanent vacancy.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Overview</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Freight Force Recruitment are proud to be working in partnership with a well-established and highly respected name within the UK door industry. The company has built a strong reputation for quality products, reliable service and long-standing customer relationships.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Due to continued growth, we are looking for an HGV Class 2 Multi-Drop Driver to join our clients established transport operation.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">The Role</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">This is a hands-on driving and delivery position, responsible for delivering doors, hardware and associated home products to customers across the UK.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">The role involves a combination of driving, multi-drop deliveries and significant manual handling. Deliveries are predominantly made to residential properties, so drivers must be comfortable handling heavy and sometimes awkward items.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Drivers will typically complete up to 12 deliveries per day, although the number of drops will vary depending on the route.</p>

<h5 class="fw-bold text-success mt-4 mb-3">Key Responsibilities</h5>

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<p class="text-muted mb-3">Safely operate an HGV Class 2 vehicle across the UK.</p>

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<p class="text-muted mb-3">Complete nationwide multi-drop deliveries.</p>

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<p class="text-muted mb-3">Deliver doors, hardware and associated home products to residential customers.</p>

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<p class="text-muted mb-3">Safely load, unload and manually handle heavy and bulky products.</p>

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<p class="text-muted mb-3">Provide a professional and customer-focused service at every delivery.</p>

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<p class="text-muted mb-3">Ensure goods are delivered safely and in excellent condition.</p>

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<p class="text-muted mb-3">Complete vehicle checks and report any defects or issues.</p>

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<p class="text-muted mb-3">Follow delivery schedules, routes and company procedures.</p>

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<p class="text-muted mb-3">Complete delivery paperwork and/or electronic delivery records accurately.</p>

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<p class="text-muted mb-3">Maintain high standards of vehicle cleanliness and presentation.</p>

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<p class="text-muted mb-3">Work safely at all times, particularly when carrying out manual handling.</p>

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<h5 class="fw-bold text-success mt-4 mb-3">Requirements</h5>

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<p class="text-muted mb-3">Valid HGV Class 2 (Category C) licence.</p>

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<p class="text-muted mb-3">Valid Driver CPC qualification.</p>

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<p class="text-muted mb-3">Valid Digital Tachograph Card.</p>

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<p class="text-muted mb-3">No major endorsements and no more than 6 points</p>

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<p class="text-muted mb-3">A positive attitude and strong work ethic.</p>

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<p class="text-muted mb-3">Good customer service skills.</p>

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<p class="text-muted mb-3">Ability to work independently and manage a delivery schedule.</p>

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<p class="text-muted mb-3">Physically capable of carrying out regular manual handling.</p>

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<p class="text-muted mb-3">Reliable, punctual and professional.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Newly passed HGV Class 2 drivers are encouraged to apply.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Previous Class 2 multi-drop experience is advantageous but not essential. Our client will provide full in-house support and training to help newly qualified drivers develop their confidence, product knowledge, delivery skills and understanding of the company's processes.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">This makes the role an excellent opportunity for a newly qualified Class 2 driver looking to gain valuable experience with an established company.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Important – Manual Handling</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">This is not a straightforward driving role.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">The position involves regular and sometimes heavy manual handling, including loading and unloading doors and other home-related products and carrying deliveries into residential properties.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Candidates must therefore be physically capable of carrying out the manual aspects of the role safely and be comfortable working in a hands-on delivery environment.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Career Progression</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Our client is committed to developing its drivers internally.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">For drivers who are interested in progressing their careers, there is an opportunity to work towards HGV Class 1 entitlement, with the company supporting internal progression where appropriate.</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Why Join?</p>

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<p class="text-muted mb-3">Established and reputable company</p>

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<p class="text-muted mb-3">Long-term customer base</p>

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<p class="text-muted mb-3">Nationwide delivery operation</p>

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<p class="text-muted mb-3">Genuine internal career progression</p>

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<p class="text-muted mb-3">Opportunity to progress onto HGV Class 1</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Interested?</p>

<p class="text-muted mb-3">Whether you're an experienced Class 2 driver or have recently passed your Class 2 test and are looking for your first opportunity, our client can offer a stable position with an established company, full in-house support and genuine opportunities to progress your driving career</p>