Location: Felton, BS48
Pay: £16.00 – £18.50 per hour, weekly PAYE
Start Times: Between 06:30 and 07:30
Job Type: Monday to Friday, with optional Saturday overtime
Opportunities: Ongoing work, long-term placement and temp-to-perm potential for successful candidatesDriver Hire Shepton Mallet is recruiting for a Class 2 Tipper Driver to work with a fantastic, long-standing client based in Felton, BS48.This is an excellent opportunity for a professional HGV driver who takes pride in safe working, enjoys variety, and is looking for a long-term role with development opportunities.The role will involve dry aggregate deliveries, working across customer sites, construction sites and client locations. Health and safety is at the forefront of this role every day, so we are looking for a reliable, safety-focused driver who understands the importance of operating responsibly on site, on the road and around customers.The RoleAs a Class 2 Tipper Driver, your duties will include:Driving a Class 2 tipper vehicle delivering dry aggregatesCompleting deliveries to customer sites, construction sites and client locationsCarrying out daily vehicle checks and reporting any defects promptlyFollowing site rules, customer procedures and health and safety requirements at all timesOperating with care around site traffic, pedestrians, plant machinery and other hazardsMaintaining a professional standard of driving and communication throughout the dayCompleting relevant paperwork and delivery documentation accuratelySuccessful candidates will complete a driver training day to familiarise themselves with the relevant vehicle, working procedures and site expectations before starting the role.What We OfferWeekly PAYE pay between £16.00 and £18.50 per hourMonday to Friday work with optional Saturday overtimeRegular start times between 06:30 and 07:30Long-term opportunity with a respected, established clientDry aggregate delivery workAdditional upskilling and training providedVariety in the working day, with different delivery locations and site environmentsSupport from Driver Hire throughout the placementOptions for ongoing work and temp-to-perm opportunities if successfulRequirementsTo be considered for this role, you must have:A valid UK Class 2 / Category C licenceMinimum 6 months’ Class 2 driving experienceValid CPC and Digital Tachograph cardAbility to drive both automatic and manual HGV vehiclesMinimum age of 23, due to insurance requirementsA strong commitment to health and safetyA professional, reliable and flexible approachGood communication skills and a positive attitudePrevious tipper experience is beneficial, but training will be provided for the right candidateAbout Driver HireDriver Hire is the UK’s largest specialist transport and logistics recruitment company. While it is a national brand, it operates as a franchised network, meaning the local office is locally and independently owned, giving clients and candidates the benefit of a trusted national brand with the personal service of a local, family-run business.This is a brilliant opportunity to join a safety-focused operation with a fantastic long-standing client, regular work, variety, and clear opportunities to build your skills.Apply today with Driver Hire Shepton Mallet to be considered for this Class 2 Tipper Driver role based in Felton, BS48.
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