HGV Class 2 Driver

Job details

Posted Friday 17 April 2026
Salary £20.00 - £24.30 per hour
Location Taunton
Job type Temporary
Discipline Class 2
Reference 371
Recruiter Name Natasha Nicole

Drivers required: HGV Class 2 driver

LOCATION: Williton depot and transfer station Roughmoor, Williton Industrial Estate Somerset, Williton, Taunton TA4 4RF

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If you are an HGV Class 2 driver APPLY NOW - For more information, please contact our team on 07971 181491 or southwest@h-g-recruitment.com

RATES: HGV Class 2 driver

  • Days: Peak Rate £20ph
  • Overtime Rate £24.30 Applicable after 40 hours weekly

****Estimated weekly pay based on 40 hours £800per week****

***Expected annual earnings £41,600******

HG Recruitment is recruiting experienced HGV Class 2 drivers for a client role. Suitable candidates are encouraged to APPLY NOW

DUTIES:

  • Adhering to safe working practices to always ensure the safety of yourself and others.
  • Securing load of the trailer to ensure products are safely secured to minimise chances of damage.
  • Refuse and Waste Collections within residential Areas.
  • Working in a team of 3 (1 driver, 2 loaders) collecting residential waste & tipping vehicle.
  • HGV Class 2 driver must Carry out multi-drop collections.
  • Be aware of any vehicle defects and bring to the attention of Transport Office as necessary
  • Possess excellent customer facing awareness skills
  • Be a good timekeeper and be able to work unsupervised
  • Possess an Enthusiastic and reliable attitude towards delivering first class customer service
  • Must have good communication skills and a flexible can-do attitude to work

If you are a Professional HGV Class 2 driver in Taunton area, click APPLY NOW

Benefits

  • Planned Average 8-10 hours shift
  • Monday-Friday shifts 0615 starts, with optional overtime on Saturday.
  • Consistent regular ongoing work and job security, possibility of Temp to Perm.
  • Pension scheme
  • Attractive rewards and premiums associated with weekend working
  • Supportive, customer-focused team
  • Supportive Free onsite training, Driver trainers support, inc upskilling, CPC, And ongoing periodic training
  • Mentor and Mental health first aider available.
  • Driver portal - clearly displaying assignment briefs, payslips, holiday accrual, historical pay and working time data.
  • Driver apps, communicate with the team and always be heard.
  • Manned 24/7 availability

Requirements:

  • HGV C licence – New passes welcome
  • Digi Tacho & CPC cards
  • Maximum 6 points for minor endorsements
  • Knowledge of driver regulations (WTD & Driver’s Hours)
  • Good national geographical awareness
  • Possess excellent customer facing awareness skills
  • Good timekeeper and able to work unsupervised
  • Enthusiastic and reliable with a commitment to delivering first class customer service
  • Must have good communication skills and a flexible can-do attitude to work
  • NEWLY QUALIFIED HGV Class 2 DRIVERS CONSIDERED THAT CAN REVERSE CONFIDENTLY ON A BLIND SIDE.

About HG Recruitment

Decades of experience in the supply chain, HG has a strong well-established reputation. Offering great job opportunities within transport & logistics. With a nationwide footprint, our manned service is available 24/7, trusted to always match you with the right job. Click APPLY NOW & join our winning team.

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