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Job Title


Class 2 HGV Driver


Company : The Simon Acres Group


Location : Charing Cross, London


Created : 2025-06-22


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Job Title: Class 2 HGV DriverThe following information provides an overview of the skills, qualities, and qualifications needed for this role.Location: Depot in OxfordshireSalary: 17 per hour - Overtime rate at time and a thirdJob Type: Full-timeWorking Hours: Monday-Thursday, 40x guaranteed hours per week - Overnights required (Night Out Allowance provided + Enhanced Bonus for consecutive nights out)Job Overview:Simon Acres Recruitment are currently seeking a reliable and experienced Class 2 HGV Driver to join our highly successful and well-established client in the Kitchen manufacturing industry. The ideal candidate will be responsible for the safe and efficient delivery of goods to the company's clients, ensuring timely schedules and excellent customer service. This role is ideal for someone with a strong work ethic, good driving record, and a professional attitude.Class 2 HGV Driver's Key Responsibilities:Drive and operate a Class 2 (Category C) HGV in a safe and responsible mannerCarry out multi-drop deliveries across designated routesEnsure all loads are secured correctly and comply with safety regulationsComplete daily vehicle checks and report any defectsMaintain accurate records of deliveries via 'scan on/scan off' softwareMaintain accurate records of mileage and fuel usageProvide excellent customer service and represent the company professionallyAdhere to all traffic laws, company policies, and procedures, including tachograph and driver hour regulationsRequirements:Valid UK Class 2 (Category C) driving licenceUp-to-date CPC qualification and digital tachograph cardPrevious experience in a similar role within a similar industry (preferred but not essential)Good knowledge of road transport laws and health & safetyThis role requires a degree of physical labour/manual lifting from the driver and driver's assistant when delivering/unloading the productsExcellent time management and organisational skillsReliable, punctual, and professional in appearance and attitudeBenefits:Competitive salary and overtime opportunitiesPension schemeOngoing training and development opportunitiesHighly successful companySupportive and friendly working environmentSimon Acres Recruitment are acting as the employment agency in relation to this vacancy.TPBN1_UKTJ