HGV Class 2 Driver

JB508: HGV Class 2 Driver

Location: Aylesford, Kent

Salary:  £40,000 per annum (£50,000+ OTE)

Overview
First Military Recruitment are currently seeking a HGV Class 2 Driver on behalf of one of our clients.

Our client encourages applications from ex-military personnel; however, all candidates will be given due consideration.

Duties and Responsibilities for the HGV Class 2 Driver:

• Building positive relationships with customers and ensuring complete satisfaction.
• Carefully loading, unloading and handling products to ensure they arrive in perfect condition.
• Completing PODs, CMRs and customs documentation where required.
• Carrying out daily vehicle checks and reporting defects promptly.
• Ensuring loads are secured correctly and transported safely.
• Using company technology including PDAs and tracking systems.
• Communicating effectively with the Transport Manager and wider team.
• Following drivers' hours, tachograph and Working Time Directive regulations.
• Maintaining high standards of safety, professionalism and presentation.

Skills and Qualifications for the HGV Class 2 Driver:

• Full UK HGV Class 2 driving licence.
• Valid Driver CPC and Digital Tachograph card.
• Experience with European tramping would be desirable and will include multiple nights away (Monday–Friday). As well as UK work.
• Comfortable tramping in the vehicle Monday – Friday while on route.
• Speaking French or German would be advantageous, but not essential.
• Physically fit and able to manoeuvre and deliver our furniture safely. Manual handling and heavy lifting training provided)
• Experience in furniture delivers/ installations would be ideal but not essential.
• Strong customer service skills with a polite and professional manner.
• Commitment to Health & Safety, adhering to company policies and promoting safe working practices.
• Reliable, punctual and a great team player.

Benefits for the HGV Class 2 Driver:

• We’re proud to be recognised as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for three consecutive years) – and we work hard to make sure our people genuinely feel it
• Competitive salary and a discretionary annual bonus
• Pension scheme
• Healthcare Cash Plan – claim back medical, dental and optical costs
• Perks & rewards platform – access hundreds of deals and discounts
• Gym discounts through our perks platform
• Employee Assistance Programme – confidential support when you need it
• 23 days’ holiday plus UK bank holidays, increasing to 26 with length of service
• An extra day off for your birthday
• Loyalty reward for increasing years of service
• Death in service
• Learning & Development platform with online courses, certifications and professional development tools to support your career growth
• Tree planted in your honour when you join – with trees already planted in the UK, Tanzania, Uganda, Kenya and Madagascar
• Sustainability-focused business – committed to low-carbon operations, renewable energy and recycled materials
• Regular team socials and events, including summer and Christmas parties
• Christmas gift
• Refer a friend scheme – £250 reward
• EV car charging facilities
• High-quality, modern office environment
• Free onsite parking / within walking distance from the train station

Location: Aylesford, Kent

Salary: £40,000 per annum (£50,000+ OTE)