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HGV 1 Driver

Job details
Posting date: 08 September 2025
Salary: £15.69 to £20.91 per hour
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 08 October 2025
Location: Edinburgh, Scotland
Remote working: On-site only
Company: Driver Hire Edinburgh City
Job type: Temporary
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Summary

HGV Class 2 Driver – 7.5T Vehicle | Top Class 2 Pay!
Edinburgh | 07:30 AM Starts | Monday to Friday

Earn full HGV Class 2 rates – while driving a 7.5T vehicle! Local deliveries, no nights away, and a great opportunity for reliable weekday work.

Driver Hire Edinburgh City is recruiting on behalf of a well-established Cash & Carry distributor. This role offers steady hours, great pay, and the potential to go permanent – all while staying local.

Pay Rates:
With holiday pay included: £15.69/hr (basic) | £20.91/hr (overtime)

Standard PAYE: £14.00/hr (basic) | £18.66/hr (overtime)

Role Overview:
Making multi-drop deliveries to local hospitality and retail outlets (pubs, cafés, restaurants, shops)

Operating a tail lift and assisting with unloading drinks crates (some manual handling)

Local driving routes in and around Edinburgh – no overnight stays

Completing daily vehicle checks and basic paperwork

Providing excellent customer service on every delivery

✅ What You’ll Need:
A full HGV Class 2 (Cat C) licence – ideally held for 12+ months (less considered)

Up-to-date CPC and Digital Tachograph

Good physical fitness and a helpful, professional approach

Sound knowledge of Edinburgh and surrounding areas

Maximum 6 points on your licence – no DD, DR, CD or IN endorsements

Why Drive with Driver Hire?
✔ Class 2 rates of pay for a 7.5T role – earn more for lighter work
✔ Weekday schedule – your weekends are free
✔ Weekly pay and ongoing support from a local, trusted team
✔ Strong chance of permanent employment with a reputable client

Apply now by sending your CV to: edinburghcity@driverhire.co.uk
Or call us today on: 0131 624 7711

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