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HGV Class 2 Driver (Category C)

Job details
Posting date: 01 June 2026
Salary: £14.00 to £16.00 per hour
Additional salary information: Weekly pay for previous weeks hours
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 01 July 2026
Location: Preston, Lancashire
Remote working: On-site only
Company: NW Recruitment Services Ltd
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: NW-JH266

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Summary

HGV Class 2 Driver (Category C)

Site location: Preston
Pay Rate: £14.00 – £16.00 per hour DOE (start salary TBC following site interview)
Shifts Available: Flexible day and night shifts
Job Type: Full-time, permanent (12-week initial temp period through NW Recruitment Services based on business demand / performances)

NW Recruitment Services Ltd are currently exclusively in partnership with a well-established transport and logistics operation in the Preston area aiding the recruitment of experienced HGV and Multi-Drop Drivers of all levels.

This is a great opportunity for drivers seeking consistent work within a professional and supportive transport environment.

The roles:

• Operating Class 2 vehicles on scheduled local and regional delivery routes (18-tonne curtain side with tail lift)
• Carrying out daily vehicle safety inspections and reporting discrepancies accordingly
• Completing delivery paperwork and tachograph records accurately in line with assimilated rules and procedures
• Loading, securing, and transporting goods safely at all times during transit
• Providing a professional and courteous service to customers during deliveries and collections
• Communicating effectively with the transport office regarding route updates, delays and any affected delivery schedules

Requirements:

• Valid UK Class 2 (Category C) LGV licence
• Digital Tachograph Card and Valid Driver CPC and
• No more than 6 penalty points (major endorsements not accepted)
• Previous Class 2 driving experience preferred (most recent to be referenceable)
• Good knowledge of road networks - both local and regional
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Reliable and professional approach to work

What’s on offer:

• Competitive hourly rates with overtime and scope of enhanced shift rates available
• Flexible working patterns
• Ongoing training and support
• Pension scheme
• Long-term opportunities with a growing transport operation

If this is the type of role you are currently seeking, submit your CV today using the relevant link.

Don’t have a CV? Call Jamie at NW Recruitment today on 01254 786810.

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