CAT 2 Driver
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Position Overview & Specifications
Introduction
We are currently seeking a CAT 2 Driver to join our team based at Worksop. The successful candidate will maintain high industry standards of health, safety and will be responsible for safe delivery of the product to the customer.
Main responsibilities
Carry out the required duties to the best of their ability
Maintain uniform and vehicle cleanliness, at all times.
Apply a professional, thorough standard to your work.
Safe, defensive and economical driving style.
High level of Health and Safety
Completion of Necessary paperwork
Safe deliver of product to customer
Positive impact of all customers
Qualifications
Required:
Full UK Driving licence
2 Years HGV C+E driving experience
Current CPC
Driver Qualification Card
NPORS
CSCS
Lorry Loader
IPAF
Experience
The successful person will need experience in a Heavy Haulage C+E role and have the relevant qualifications. Crucial experience in loading/unloading and securing plant, working on construction site, following movement orders
Benefits
Paid Breaks
Ongoing training to maintain full CPC hours
Full ongoing training and career development, with the opportunity for internal progression.
Compulsory HGV Medical can be reimbursed up to the amount of Β£130.
Full PPE
This is a permanent position, with 50 hours per week guaranteed.
20 days holiday plus bank holidays
Pension
Cycle to Work Scheme
EAC β Accidental Cover & ELC β Life Cover
Employee Assistance Program
Referral Bonus
Skills/Knowledge
General Health & Safety awareness, good understanding of driver hours
In return, we offer a range of benefits including:
Competitive salary
PPE provided
Company medical scheme
Ongoing training and development
Pension scheme
If you want to grow with a rapidly expanding, industry leading company within the specialist plant and transport industry, then this could be the opportunity for you!
This is a full time, permanent position subject to a successful probationary period.
Please be advised we reserve the right to close the advert early.
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 (Β£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: Shipping & Trucking
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for CAT 2 Driver roles across Explore Transport'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 Shipping & Trucking.
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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