7.5T & Class 2 HGV Drivers Needed

Locations: Ashford & Gillingham, Kent
Pay: £14.43 - £34.24 per hour
Shifts: Days - 7am, 8am, 9am or 11am starts
Job Type: Temporary / Ongoing Work

Are you a 7.5T or Class 2 Driver looking for regular work and competitive pay?

We are currently recruiting experienced 7.5T and Class 2 HGV Drivers for a well-established company delivering high-quality DIY and building products to commercial and domestic customers across Kent.

These are hands-on, multi-drop delivery positions where you will be working as part of a two-person team alongside a porter to complete deliveries safely and efficiently.

If you're a reliable driver with a good work ethic, excellent customer service skills and don't mind getting stuck in with some heavy lifting, we'd love to hear from you!

Pay Rates

Pay varies depending on your location, vehicle category and shift worked.

7.5T DRIVER - ASHFORD / GILLINGHAM

• Monday-Friday: £14.43 per hour

• Overtime (after 8 hours): £21.65 per hour

• Saturday: £21.65 per hour

• Sunday / Bank Holiday: £28.86 per hour

CLASS 2 DRIVER - ASHFORD

• Monday-Friday: £16.35 per hour

• Overtime (after 8 hours): £24.52 per hour

• Saturday: £24.52 per hour

• Sunday / Bank Holiday: £32.69 per hour

CLASS 2 DRIVER - GILLINGHAM

• Monday-Friday: £17.12 per hour

• Overtime (after 8 hours): £25.68 per hour

• Saturday: £25.68 per hour

• Sunday / Bank Holiday: £34.24 per hour

Shift Patterns

• Day shifts available.

• Start times of 7am, 8am, 9am or 11am.

• Flexibility to work across different start times is highly desirable.

• Weekend availability is preferred, particularly Saturdays and Sundays.

Key Responsibilities

• Driving a 7.5T or Class 2 HGV vehicle to complete multi-drop deliveries.

• Delivering DIY, building and home improvement products to commercial and domestic customers.

• Loading and unloading goods alongside a driver's porter.

• Carrying out heavy lifting and manual handling throughout the working day.

• Ensuring deliveries are completed safely, accurately and on time.

• Providing excellent customer service at delivery locations.

• Completing delivery paperwork and checking orders.

• Carrying out daily vehicle safety checks and reporting any defects.

• Maintaining a clean and tidy vehicle.

Requirements

• Valid 7.5T (Category C1) or Class 2 (Category C) driving licence.

• Valid Driver CPC and Tacho Card

• Previous commercial driving experience.

• Physically fit and comfortable with heavy lifting and manual handling.

• Good communication and customer service skills.

• Flexible availability, including different start times.

• Weekend availability is advantageous.

Why Apply?

• Competitive hourly pay rates.

• Opportunities across Ashford and Gillingham.

• Regular and ongoing work opportunities.

• Working alongside a porter to assist with deliveries.

• Holiday accrual or paid immediately

How to Apply

If you're an experienced 7.5T or Class 2 Driver looking for your next opportunity, apply today!

The Best Connection is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.