Permanent HGV Class 2 Driver

Expires on 07/29/2026

  • £35000 per annum
  • Essex
  • Permanent
  • Alex Williams

We are recruiting for a permanent HGV Class 2 Driver to work for our client in Essex.

Hours of work:
Monday-Friday 06:00 – 15:00, 42.5 hours paid per week.

You will be responsible for the delivery of insulation products, completing around 6 deliveries per day. The shift times are fairly fixed with not much requirement for additional overtime. This will allow a good work life balance for the successful driver as late shifts and overtime are not a requirement of the role. There is also no manual handling / handball involved.

You will be a permanent, full time driver from day one. 

About the Role
We are looking for full-time Class 2 HGV Driver who will be responsible for carrying out multi-drop deliveries and collections of goods in a safe and efficient manner. Duties will also include loading and off-loading products and multi drops

  • Follow all transport laws, including Drivers’ Hours and rest break requirements.
  • Perform daily vehicle checks, report defects, and complete required paperwork.
  • Load, unload, and transport goods safely, ensuring they are secure and undamaged.
  • Deliver and collect goods on schedule, obtaining customer signatures on delivery.
  • Maintain professionalism with customers, suppliers, and colleagues.
  • Report accidents, penalties, vehicle damage, or major maintenance issues.
  • Keep the vehicle clean, well medications).

About You – The ideal candidate will have the following attributes:

  • Eligibility to work in the UK
  • Valid Class 2/Category C Driving Licence
  • Valid CPC Card and Tachograph Card
  • A minimum of two years’ HGV driving experience
  • Aged over 25
  • A professional approach
  • Excellent customer service
  • A good knowledge of drivers’ working time and driving hours regulations
  • Flexible approach
  • A Moffett licence would be an advantage but training will be provided
  • Experience delivering to building sites

To apply for this position, or for more information, please contact the Mainstay Recruitment team or apply via the link.

Our Logistics, Distribution and Supply Chain Specialist

Alex Williams

Alex has been in recruitment for 10 years. Whilst his day-to-day role within the business is overseeing the financial operations, he is still heavily involved with business development, operational decisions and staff guidance/mentoring.

Contact Alex Williams for more information about this job.

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