HGV Class 2 Driver
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Position Overview & Specifications
As a Class 2 Driver for Altrad Generation, you will be responsible for providing the Company with professional driving services to meet the service demands of the business. Also, assist in loading and unloading vehicles when required ensuring that all loads conform to transport regulations and the loads are safely secured, and strapped and warning signs are displayed if appropriate. Additionally, carry out all relevant activities safely, whilst observing Company policies & procedures and current road transport legislation including all aspects of tachographs and EU regulations.
Job Role:
- 4 to 5 deliveries/collections per day
- Carry out all HGV duties as a responsible driver including daily vehicle and load checks, and Hiab loading/off loading.
Job Specifics
- Full time job - 42.5 hours a week
- Working hours 7.00 am to 4.30 weekdays plus opportunity for overtime.
- Immediate start available.
Ideal Candidate:
- A full valid class II driving license is essential
- Experience using a HIAB crane is advantageous, but not essential.
- Full CPC is essential
- Experience of multi drop journeys would be an advantage.
In Return, We Offer:
- Competitive pay rate
- 24/7 access to an Employee Assistance Programme
- Health cash plan
- Excellent contributory company pension scheme
- Long service award
- Free on-site parking
- Employee referral scheme
- Free life insurance
- PPE provided
- Annual leave
Job Type: Full-time
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Birmingham, B44 9EA: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- HGV Driving: 2 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Driver CPC (preferred)
Work Location: One location
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for HGV Class 2 Driver roles across Altrad Generation's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked Salary Disclosed on Application bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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