Details:
- Salary: £16.50 - Hour
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Hour
- Location: Lutterworth Leicestershire
- Date: 1 day ago
Description:
We are currently recruiting for a reliable and professional Class 2 Driver (LGV Category C) to work for us on behalf of our leading Leicester-based client.
This is a full-time and permanent position, collecting palletised goods for our customer. The role offers consistent weekday hours, competitive pay, and the opportunity to join a supportive and well-established team.
The successful candidate will be safety-focused, customer-oriented, and capable of managing a varied daily workload while maintaining high standards of professionalism and compliance.
Key Responsibilities
* Carry out pallet collections in a safe and efficient manner, then deliver to centralised hub.
* Safely operate a Class 2 (Category C) vehicle in accordance with all legal and company requirements.
* Complete daily vehicle walkaround checks and report any defects promptly.
* Use a tail lift to load and load pallets
* Complete electronic Proof of Delivery (POD) documentation accurately.
* Use company-approved smartphone applications for POD completion, vehicle checks, and transport-related tasks.
Essential Requirements
* Valid LGV Class 2 (Category C) Driving Licence.
* Valid Driver CPC qualification and Digital Tachograph Card.
* Previous Class 2 driving experience is essential.
* Experience operating vehicles fitted with tail lifts.
* Ability and willingness to use an electric pallet truck when required.
* Good knowledge of road transport regulations and driver compliance requirements.
* Strong communication and customer service skills.
* Excellent time management and organisational skills.
* Reliable, professional, and safety-conscious approach to work.
* Own smartphone required for electronic POD completion, vehicle checks, and transport applications.
What We Offer
* Competitive rate of £16.50 per hour.
* Guaranteed Monday to Friday working pattern (occasional weekends).
* Supportive and friendly working environment.
* Secure, long-term employment opportunity.
* Ongoing training and development