Full job descriptionHGV Class 2 Driver – Widnes – £16.90–£19.79 Per Hour
People Solutions are currently recruiting for an experienced HGV Class 2 Driver to join our well-established client based in Widnes, Cheshire.
This is a fantastic opportunity offering excellent rates of pay, long-term ongoing work, weekly pay and immediate starts with a leading logistics provider. The role involves temperature-controlled store deliveries, with a stable Monday-to-Friday working pattern and overtime opportunities.
£16.90 Per Hour | £19.79 Overtime | Monday to Friday | Weekly Pay | Long-Term Work | Immediate Starts
This position is ideal for applicants looking for a role as an HGV Class 2 Driver, LGV Class 2 Driver, Category C Driver, Rigid HGV Driver, Multi-Drop Driver or Store Delivery Driver.
Shifts
• Monday to Friday
• Start times between 04:00 and 07:00
• Overtime available after 42 hours
Rates of Pay
• £16.90 per hour basic rate
• £19.79 per hour overtime after 42 hours
• Weekly pay
Benefits
As an HGV Class 2 Driver, you will receive:
• Competitive hourly rates of pay
• Long-term ongoing work with a leading logistics provider
• Overtime opportunities
• Weekly pay
• Stable Monday-to-Friday working pattern
• First-day assessment and training where required
• Ongoing support throughout your assignment
• Immediate starts available
Day-to-Day Duties
As an HGV Class 2 Driver, your duties will include:
• Driving Category C vehicles safely and efficiently
• Completing between 5 and 12 store deliveries across the UK each day
• Maintaining loads at the correct temperatures throughout transit
• Ensuring all goods are safely secured during transportation
• Unloading cages using a tail lift and delivering products into stores
• Completing delivery paperwork accurately and on time
• Carrying out daily vehicle checks and reporting defects
• Providing excellent customer service at delivery locations
• Following company policies and health and safety procedures
• Complying with drivers’ hours and tachograph regulations
Essential Skills
To be successful as an HGV Class 2 Driver, you will need:
• Minimum of 24 months’ Category C driving experience
• Valid UK Category C Driving Licence
• Valid Driver CPC Qualification Card
• Valid Digital Tachograph Card
• No more than six penalty points for minor offences
• No major endorsements, including DR10, DG10, IN10 or TT99
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Professional, reliable and safety-conscious approach to work
• Ability to safely handle cages and complete store deliveries
Desirable Experience
• Previous HGV Class 2 multi-drop or store delivery experience
• Experience with temperature-controlled deliveries
• Experience unloading cages using a tail lift
Training Provided
• First-day driving assessment
• Training provided where required
• Ongoing industry-related training and support throughout your assignment
Apply
If you are an experienced HGV Class 2 Driver looking for long-term, ongoing Monday-to-Friday work in Widnes, apply today and a member of our recruitment team will be in touch.
People Solutions do not charge candidates any fees or request deposits at any stage of the recruitment process.