Class 2 HGV driver

Job description

Job Description

?? Location: Southampton

?? Charge Rate: £16.76 per hour

?? Contract: Ongoing | Full-Time

?? Role: Class 2 HGV Driver

? Shift Length: Typically 89 hours | Job & Finish

We are currently recruiting experienced Class 2 HGV Drivers to join a busy and well-established drinks distribution operation based in Southampton.

The role involves delivering alcohol and other drinks products to local bars, pubs, restaurants and eateries across the surrounding area.

?? The Role

• Delivering alcohol and drinks products to local bars, pubs, restaurants and eateries
• Working as part of a Driver + Driver's Mate team
• Deliveries are completed using a handball method, involving regular manual handling
• Typically 89 hour shifts
• Job & Finish once your deliveries are completed, your working day is finished
• Working closely with your Driver's Mate to ensure deliveries are completed safely and efficiently
• Providing a professional and friendly service to customers
• Completing daily vehicle checks and ensuring the vehicle is kept clean and safe

?? Training & Induction

All successful drivers will complete:

• Classroom-based induction
• Driving assessment
• Full familiarisation with the delivery process and requirements
• Support and guidance before going out on deliveries independently

? Requirements

• Valid Class 2 (Category C) licence
• Valid CPC and Digital Tachograph
• Previous HGV Class 2 driving experience preferred
• Comfortable with handball and manual handling
• Good customer service skills
• Reliable, punctual and professional
• Able to work effectively as part of a Driver + Driver's Mate team
• Good knowledge of UK roads

? Why Apply?

• £16.76 per hour
• Ongoing, full-time opportunity
• Job & Finish
• Typically 89 hour shifts
• Local delivery work
• Driver's Mate provided
• Full classroom induction and driving assessment
• Ongoing work with an established drinks distribution operation

If you're an experienced Class 2 Driver looking for a stable, hands-on role with regular hours and a job-and-finish structure, we'd love to hear from you.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Southampton

Type of Contract

Full Time Jobs

Published at

13-09-2026

Profession type

Logistics jobs

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English