HGV Class 2 Driver - 5 required!
Andover · Southampton, South East
HGV Class 2 Driver - 5 required! at Andover, based in Southampton, South East. This is a permanent role.
- Salary
- Competitive
- Location
- Southampton, South East
- Contract
- Permanent
- Posted
- 1 day ago
- Closes
- 21 Sep 2026
- Sector
- HGV Driving
Reference 6176
About the role
About the Role
As a Class 2 Driver, you will:
- Operate a rigid vehicle equipped with a tail lift to deliver bakery products to a range of retail outlets, wholesale and convenience stores across the South of England.
- Provide a high level of customer service at delivery points, engaging directly with customers to ensure delivery requirements are met and expectations are managed effectively.
- Demonstrate flexibility to accommodate early start times, safely operate tail‑lift equipment, and carry out manual handling of bread deliveries in line with safe working practices.
- Ensure all goods are loaded, secured, and transported correctly to prevent movement or damage, using straps, load restraint bars, and other securing equipment as required.
- Conduct comprehensive daily vehicle safety checks using the company‑issued mobile device, ensuring vehicle safety, compliance, and reliability at all times.
- Maintain regular communication with the transport team, providing timely updates on progress to support efficient operations and customer satisfaction.
- Participate fully in regular training sessions to remain up to date with industry standards, compliance requirements, and best‑practice procedures.
- Must hold a UK Class 2 C Licence.
- Current DCPC Card and Digital Tachograph Driver Card.
- Demonstrate a passion for delivering excellent customer service.
- Ability to work effectively to deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
- Confident, courteous, and able to work well both independently and as part of a team.
- Good geographical knowledge and route awareness.
- Physically fit, flexible, hardworking, and self‑motivated with a positive attitude.
- Competitive Salary: £39,353 per annum - £42,636 per annum, depending on hours worked. PLUS for all shifts starting between 21:00hrs & 04:00hrs, you will receive an additional £7.50 per shift.
- Shift Hours: Starting between 01:00hrs and 03:30hrs, on a 25-week rolling rota, including weekends.
- Overtime: Paid at an hourly rate.
- Training: DCPC training during your employment*, Monthly Courses for a variety of areas.
- Career Development: Opportunity to develop your career within an expanding business.
Reference: 6176 · Posted 1 day ago · Closes 21 Sep 2026 · Listed via Andover
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