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Class 2 HGV Driver

HGV Class 2 Drivers – Temp to Perm

Location: Bicester
Agency Pay: £17.88 per hour (effective 1 July 2026)
Full-Time Salary: £45,477 per annum (based on a 48-hour contract, effective 1 July 2026)
Job Type: Temp to Perm (12-week qualifying period)

The Opportunity

We are recruiting 7 HGV Class 2 (Category C) Drivers for immediate starts in Bicester. This role offers a clear pathway to a permanent position after a 12-week qualifying period with a well-established company delivering essential food products to restaurants and fast-food chains.

Shift Pattern

  • 5 days from 7 on a rotating schedule
  • Consistent shift pattern designed to support a better work/life balance
  • Operating Monday to Sunday on a 4-week cycle
  • 48-hour per week contract
  • Start times between 00:30 and 06:00
  • Average shifts up to 12 hours, depending on routes

Key Responsibilities

  • Complete 3–8 deliveries per shift to restaurants and fast-food outlets
  • Deliver a variety of goods, including:
  • Fresh produce
  • Frozen goods
  • Meat
  • Dairy
  • Unload goods using a pump truck (handball required)
  • Place deliveries into appropriate storage areas (frozen, chilled, and ambient)
  • Ensure all deliveries are accurate and completed on time
  • Manage site access, including keys and alarm systems, following training
  • Conduct daily vehicle checks and comply with all driving regulations

Additional Information

  • Some routes may include a driver’s mate (not guaranteed)
  • Role involves physical, hands-on work
  • Site interview and driving assessment (approximately 1 hour) required before starting

Requirements

  • Valid HGV Class 2 (Category C) licence
  • Valid CPC and Digital Tachograph Card
  • Minimum 1 year Class 2 driving experience
  • No more than 6 penalty points
  • Good level of physical fitness
  • Reliable, punctual, and professional
  • Strong understanding of driving laws and safety regulations

What We OfferDuring the Agency Period

  • £17.88 per hour from 1 July 2026
  • Immediate starts available
  • Structured training and onboarding
  • Long-term opportunity leading to permanent employment

Once Permanent

  • Annual salary of £45,477 based on a 48-hour contract
  • Consistent 5-from-7 shift pattern providing improved work/life balance
  • Enhanced monthly bonus of up to £400 for perfect attendance and professional conduct
  • Opportunity to work additional shifts (6th shift) paid at an enhanced rate of £250 per shift
  • Stable, long-term employment with a leading food distribution business
  • Supportive and professional working environment

Apply today for immediate consideration. Interviews and driving assessments are being scheduled daily.

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