HGV 2 Driver

Driver Hire Edinburgh City are currently recruiting experienced HGV Class 2 (Category C) Drivers to join our team and work with a variety of well-established clients across Edinburgh and the surrounding areas.

Whether you're looking to pick up extra shifts, work around existing commitments or build up regular ad-hoc work, we have a range of assignments available to suit your availability.

The Role

As an HGV Class 2 Driver, your work will vary depending on the assignment. You could be completing multi-drop deliveries, general haulage, palletised distribution or collections for a range of local businesses.

Duties may include:

• Multi-drop deliveries and collections
• General haulage and palletised distribution
• Deliveries to commercial, industrial and customer sites
• Loading and unloading goods where required
• Working independently or alongside a Driver's Mate
• Carrying out daily vehicle safety checks and reporting defects
• Following road transport legislation and health & safety procedures
• Providing a professional and reliable service to customers

With a variety of clients and assignments available, no two shifts are necessarily the same!

• Flexible ad-hoc shifts
• Monday to Friday work available
• Typical start times between 6:00am and 11:00am, depending on the assignment
• Typical shift lengths of 8-12 hours
• Minimum 8 hours' pay guaranteed per shift
• Additional work available during busy periods and holiday cover

Monday to Friday

PAYE

• £14.50 per hour
• £19.32 per hour after 8 hours

PAYE Advanced

• £16.25 per hour
• £21.66 per hour after 8 hours

What We're Looking For

• Valid UK Class 2 (Category C) licence
• Valid Digital Tachograph Card
• Previous Class 2 driving experience preferred
• Maximum of 9 penalty points
• No DD, DR, CD or IN endorsements
• Comfortable with manual handling duties
• Reliable, punctual and professional
• Safety-conscious attitude
• Flexible and willing to work different assignments

Why Work With Driver Hire Edinburgh City?

• Flexible work to suit your availability
• Competitive rates of pay
• Overtime opportunities
• Minimum 8 hours' pay guaranteed per shift
• Weekly pay
• Holiday pay accrued unless PAYE Advanced is selected
• Opportunities for regular ongoing work
• Work with a variety of reputable local businesses
• Friendly and supportive local recruitment team
• Fast registration process

Opportunities are available across Edinburgh, Leith, Musselburgh, Dalkeith, Livingston, East Lothian and the surrounding areas.