HGV Driver (Class 2)
Pertemps · Paddock Wood, Kent
HGV Driver (Class 2) at Pertemps, based in Paddock Wood, Kent, paying £17.50 per hour. This is a temp to perm role.
- Salary
- £17.50 per hour
- Location
- Paddock Wood, Kent
- Contract
- Temp to perm
- Posted
- 4 days ago
- Closes
- 3 Sep 2026
- Sector
- HGV Driving
14% below the typical rate for hgv driving
Reference 310101173
About the role
HGV Driver (Class 2)
£17.50 per Hour (PAYE) | Monday to Friday | No Weekends
We are currently recruiting an experienced HGV Driver (Class 2) to join our client in Paddock Wood, Kent. This is an excellent opportunity for a reliable and professional Category C Driver looking for a stable, ongoing role with a competitive pay rate and the potential to secure a permanent position.
Location: Paddock Wood, Kent
Pay Rate: ⭐ £17.50 per hour (PAYE)
Hours: Monday to Friday | 08:00 - 17:00 | No weekends
Contract: Ongoing temporary with a temp-to-perm opportunity
The Role
As an HGV Driver, you will be responsible for operating a Class 2 / Category C vehicle for local deliveries and collections across the region. This role would suit an experienced LGV Class 2 Driver, Cat C Driver, or Rigid Driver who enjoys a varied role combining driving and yard-based duties.
Responsibilities
£17.50 per Hour (PAYE) | Monday to Friday | No Weekends
We are currently recruiting an experienced HGV Driver (Class 2) to join our client in Paddock Wood, Kent. This is an excellent opportunity for a reliable and professional Category C Driver looking for a stable, ongoing role with a competitive pay rate and the potential to secure a permanent position.
Location: Paddock Wood, Kent
Pay Rate: ⭐ £17.50 per hour (PAYE)
Hours: Monday to Friday | 08:00 - 17:00 | No weekends
Contract: Ongoing temporary with a temp-to-perm opportunity
The Role
As an HGV Driver, you will be responsible for operating a Class 2 / Category C vehicle for local deliveries and collections across the region. This role would suit an experienced LGV Class 2 Driver, Cat C Driver, or Rigid Driver who enjoys a varied role combining driving and yard-based duties.
Responsibilities
- Carrying out local deliveries and collections (depot to depot) as required
- Assisting in the yard during quieter driving periods
- Moving pallets safely and efficiently around the yard
- Supporting loading and unloading activities
- Conducting daily vehicle checks and ensuring full compliance with road safety regulations
- Working closely with the wider team to ensure smooth daily operations
- Valid Class 2 (Category C) licence
- Valid CPC and Digital Tachograph Card
- Previous experience as an HGV Driver, LGV Driver, or HGV Class 2 Driver
- A positive, flexible attitude and willingness to assist with yard duties
- Good knowledge of driver compliance and road transport regulations
- £17.50 per hour (PAYE)
- Monday to Friday working pattern
- No weekend work
- Ongoing, long-term opportunity
- Potential temp-to-perm position
- Varied role combining driving and yard duties
Reference: 310101173 · Posted 4 days ago · Closes 3 Sep 2026 · Listed via Pertemps
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