HGV Class 2 Driver
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Position Overview & Specifications
AN EXCITING OPPORTUNITY TO WORK FOR THE UK'S FAVOURITE GLASS SUPPLIER
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Position: HGV Driver Class 2
Location: Canterbury, Kent.
Reports to: Transport Manager.
Hours: 48 hours a week guaranteed Monday - Friday.
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An opportunity has arisen within the transport department at our Canterbury site. We are looking for two Class 2 Drivers to join our expanding team.
Hours of work will be based on a 48-hour week and include early starts. The successful candidates need to demonstrate flexibility as required by this key role.
The roles will report to the site Transport Manager.
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ABOUT US
Welcome to Clayton Glass! We are one of the UK’s largest and most trusted business-to-business manufacturers and suppliers of insulating glass units (IGUs).
Since forming back in 1956, Clayton have become the go-to source of knowledge on all things glass. Through many years of learning and developing, we now operate at the forefront of the latest that glazing technology has to offer, whether it be windows, bifold doors, skylights or conservatories.
Each year, we process around 25,000 tonnes of glass, equivalent to 2.5 million individual IGUs. This is enough to glaze well over 100,000 standard UK houses! With all these homes feeling the many benefits of having high quality units in their windows, doors and conservatories.
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FOR YOU
By joining the Clayton team, you will become part of the Clayton family, and share in our common goal. We will provide you with full training and, as best we can, an environment where you can thrive, grow and ultimately succeed. Progression is always possible at Clayton Glass, and we would tend to look for internal solutions before we consider an outside hire.
You will also receive a number of perks and benefits! Including, but not limited to: A full company pension, on-site parking, mental health and wellbeing support and even the occasional free lunch.
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REQUIREMENTS
- Class 2 licence
- All relevant cards
- Good communication skills
- The role is customer and supplier facing so building a relationship with customers as a face of Clayton Glass.
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DUTIES
The following list is typical of the level of duties which the post holder is expected to perform or be responsible for. It is not exhaustive and other duties of similar type and level may be expected from time to time.
- Both roles are delivering to multiple sites across the South East, full training will be given in the handling of glass, securing loads, etc.
- Maintaining the highest professional driving standards and legal requirements.
- Ensuring your vehicle is maintained to a high standard in cleanliness and safety.
- Completing delivery paperwork.
- Supporting the despatch department in packing and loading vehicles when required.
- The role will require an amount of flexible working.
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If this role is of interest to you, please consider applying to work at Clayton Glass, we look forward to hearing from you.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: From £11.03 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Night shift
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus scheme
Work Location: On the road
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: Department, Clothing & Shoe Stores
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for HGV Class 2 Driver roles across Clayton Glass'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 Department, Clothing & Shoe Stores.
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 £11 - £11 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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