People Solutions Group Limited
HGV Class 2 Driver / Drayperson
People Solutions are recruiting on behalf of our client, a well-established drinks distributor operating across the Home Counties and Greater London, for experienced and reliable HGV Class 2 Drivers / Draypersons.
This role is based out of the Aylesbury depots and offers a great opportunity to join a friendly, well-run business delivering drinks to pubs, bars, restaurants, and hotels. You’ll be working a 4-day week (Tuesday to Friday), giving you a strong work-life balance alongside a stable, long-term position.
This is a hands-on, customer-facing role where you’ll be out on the road, meeting customers, and making sure deliveries are completed safely, accurately, and to a high standard of service.
This role would suit applicants who have worked in a role as a LGV Class 2 Driver, Category C Driver or Lorry Driver.
Shifts:
• Tuesday – Friday (40 Hours a week) • Start Time: From 5:00am (depending on route) • Overtime: Regularly available
Pay Rate:
£38,500 per annum
Day to Day Duties:
As a HGV Class 2 Driver / Drayperson you will be responsible for delivering drinks products to hospitality venues across the region.
• Working closely with a driver’s mate who will support you with deliveries, help handle goods, and assist on-site to ensure drops are completed safely and efficiently • Carrying out daily vehicle checks and safe loading of goods • Following delivery schedules and route planning • Delivering kegs, cases, and bottles safely and efficiently • Completing delivery paperwork, returns, and collections accurately • Returning empties such as kegs, cases, and gas bottles • Working safely at all times, including manual handling and cellar deliveries • Maintaining a smart and professional appearance in uniform
Essential Skills:
As an HGV Class 2 Driver, you will need:
• A valid UK Category C licence • A minimum of two years’ experience driving Category C vehicles • No more than six penalty points for minor infringements, with no major endorsement codes • A valid UK CPC card and Digi card • A good level of spoken and written English • Punctuality and excellent time-keeping skills • A good understanding of traffic laws and regulations • Strong communication skills • A positive, can-do attitude • Good communication and customer service skills • Reliability and punctuality • Ability to work well as part of a team • A reasonable level of physical fitness (this is a manual role) • A professional and respectful approach to work
Desirable Experience:
• Experience driving commercial vehicles • Previous multi-drop delivery experience
Training:
• Driver’s assessment must be completed • A paid induction will follow successful assessment
Apply:
If you are an experienced HGV Class 2 Driver / Drayperson looking for a stable role with excellent pay and long-term opportunities, apply today to be considered.
People Solutions do not charge candidates any fees or request deposits at any stage of the recruitment process
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