HGV Class 2 Driver
hace 20 horas
Slough
Job Title:HGV Class 2 DriverLocation:WalthamstowEmployment Type:Ongoing, Temp to Perm AvailableSalary Detail: Range: 18.06 - 20.27 per hour Job Description We are currently seeking experienced and reliable HGV Class 2 Drivers to join the despatch team of a major bakery distribution centre in Walthamstow. The role involves multi-drop deliveries of bakery goods to major retailers and distribution points, with an emphasis on physical activity and safety compliance. This is a 7-day operation, and candidates must be available for flexible shift patterns, including weekends and nights. Deliveries are made using barn-door vehicles and tail-lifts, and all product handling is done using wheeled bread dollies. Shift Pattern: • Night Deliveries: Start between 15:00 and 19:00, • Day Runs: Start between 00:30 and 04:30, • Routes: Range from 6 to 18 drops depending on distance, • Schedule: Minimum 4 shifts per week available, • Rotational Routing: Drivers typically rotate through 34 regular delivery routesKey Responsibilities, • Multi-drop deliveries to supermarkets, petrol stations, and commercial sites, • Manual handling of bread dollies (pushing/pulling/loading/unloading), • Operation of tail-lift vehicles and use of PDAs for delivery tracking, • Route familiarisation and safe vehicle handling, • Communication of any delays, issues, or compliance breaches to the depotRequirements, • Valid UK HGV Class 2 (Category C) licence, • Valid CPC and UK-issued Digital Tachograph Card, • Minimum 12months recent Class 2 experience (longer preferred), • Maximum 6 points on licence (minor only no DR, DD, or IN codes), • Physical fitness to complete full shifts and handle frequent loading tasks, • Familiarity with PDA devices and multi-drop delivery processes, • Full PPE: Safety footwear, gloves, hi-vis vest, • Must hold or be eligible for a Site Passport Card Induction & Assessment: • Unpaid assessment (approx. 2 hours), • Paid 8-hour induction includes theory test (driver hours, WTD), vehicle check, and site induction, • Minimum 2-day shadowing with experienced drivers, • Failed assessments result in a 3-month wait period before reassessmentBenefits, • Weekly pay via integrated clock-in system, • Access to canteen, secure entry, and on-site facilities, • Stable ongoing shifts (minimum 4 per week if trained), • Opportunity to move into Temp-to-Perm roles for reliable driversPay Rates PAYE: Day Shift: £18.06per hour+ Holiday Night Shift: £20.27 per hour + Holiday How To Apply If you meet the above requirements and are ready to take on this exciting opportunity, we want to hear from you! To apply, you will need to click apply, or one of our Account Managers will provide a link which will redirect you to our platform, QBIS, and choose one of the following options: • Quick Apply: Select this option for a brief application process. Our team will contact you shortly to explain the full registration process, • Full Registration: Choose this option to complete a detailed digital form and upload the relevant documents required for the job title.Our Commitment REC Source is committed to providing equal opportunities for all. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences. Our mission is to create a supportive workplace for everyone. About Us REC Source is a specialist recruitment agency providing tailored staffing solutions in the driving and industrial sectors. We focus on compliance, efficiency, and candidate satisfaction, ensuring a smooth recruitment process for both clients and job seekers. JBRP1_UKTJ
