Class 2 HGV Driver
  • England,East Midlands,Northamptonshire
  • Full Time, Permanent
  • £33,850 per annum
Job Description:
Full job descriptionWe are recruiting on behalf of our client in Northampton for a permanent HGV Class 2 Driver to join their growing team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a professional driver looking for stable, weekday work with excellent benefits and full Moffett training provided.

The Role

You will be delivering palletised goods (mainly to construction and drylining sites) using a curtainsider vehicle. The role offers a great balance of driving and customer interaction, with minimal manual handling.*Average 2 runs per day
*Typically 5–6 drops per day (additional drops are local only)
*Deliveries across Northamptonshire, Cambridgeshire, Huntingdonshire + 30-mile radius
*Occasional delivery into Central London (Kentish Town)
*80% site deliveries
*Start time 06:30, finish around 16:00–17:00
*No weekends or bank holidays
Most deliveries are unloaded by the customer using FLT. For smaller sites, you’ll use a Moffett (full training provided and paid for).

What you’ll be doing
*Confirm delivery instructions, plan routes, and meet schedules
*Complete delivery paperwork and obtain customer signatures
*Carry out checks to ensure correct and complete deliveries
*Report any delivery issues, restrictions, or delays
*Drive safely and professionally at all times
*Conduct daily vehicle checks and ensure roadworthiness
*Supervise loading to ensure safe and compliant loads
*Report any accidents or incidents in line with procedures
*Support warehouse operations when required (loading, stock, housekeeping)
*Operate a Moffett Mounty fork truck (training provided if needed)
This list is not exhaustive and may be subject to local variation.

About You
*Valid HGV Class 2 (Category C) licence
*Minimum 2 years’ HGV driving experience
*Maximum 6 points (no major endorsements)
*Valid Driver CPC & Digital Tachograph Card
*Comfortable with or willing to be trained on a Moffett
*Strong awareness of health & safety
*Reliable, professional, and customer-focused

What’s in It for You?
*Competitive salary + yearly reviews
*Annual bonus scheme
*Fully funded Moffett training & licence
*On-site parking
*Staff discount scheme
*Salary sacrifice pension scheme
*Enhanced life assurance (pension members)
*Increased pension contributions after 5 years
*Up to 30 days holiday (service-based increase)
*Long service awards
*Discounted private healthcare & cash plans
*Eyecare vouchers
*Wider wallet discount scheme
*Ongoing training & development opportunities

Why Apply?
*No handballing – all loads are palletised
*Work-life balance – no weekends or bank holidays
*Supportive operation – routes planned and flexible via WhatsApp communication
*Well-organised depot – vehicles often pre-loaded the day before

If you’re an experienced HGV Class 2 driver looking for a secure, long-term role with excellent benefits and progression, we want to hear from you.
Job number 3751376

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