HGV Class 2 Driver
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Position Overview & Specifications
Overview of Role
H&M Distribution Limited are offering an exciting opportunity for an experienced HGV Class 2 Driver (Cat C) to join their team. As one of the leading suppliers of distribution services within the UK we are currently expanding our team within our St Neots depot, offering full time permanent positions, as well as a competitive pay rate, additional bonuses, incentives, and the opportunity to earn overtime.
You will perform daily multi-drop deliveries in the MK and SG postcode areas, covering the pallet network delivery areas, and you will communicate with the Transport Manager and Transport Team on a daily basis to ensure deliveries and collections run smoothly. We believe the value of work-life balance; therefore, you will be required to work Monday to Friday, start and finish times, working hours, and shift patterns are staggered.
You must have a valid, current HGV licence, a drivers CPC, and a solid awareness of the law relating to driver's hours regulations and tachographs in order to be considered for this position.
Benefits & Incentives
· Competitive Pay Rate and Overtime paid over 45 hours
· 28 Days Annual Leave, 1 Additional Day off for your Birthday and Additional Holidays for Length of Service.
· The ability to purchase additional holidays through our Holiday Purchase Scheme.
· Refer a Friend Bonus for Class 1 & 2 Drivers - £5000 per referral!!
· Length of Service Bonus
· Death in Service
· Free Company Uniform
· Training and Development Programmes
· Company Pension Scheme
· Wellbeing & Counselling Programme
· Free Onsite Parking
Responsibilities
- Ensure all aspects safety and customer site rules are adhered to.
- To drive defensively and fuel efficiently at all times.
- Ensuring all delivery and collection notes and paperwork are correct.
- Provide accurate paperwork relevant to debriefing of allocated jobs.
- Ensuring all transport legislation including driver’s hours and vehicle defect reporting is adhered to.
- Provide an exceptional standard of service to our customers.
- To carry out any other reasonable request as detailed by the Transport Management Team.
- Maintain cleanliness of company vehicles and wear uniform and any PPE provided
Requirements:
- A current and valid HGV Licence
- At least 6 months of experience driving on UK roads
- Drivers CPC card essential
- An understanding of the law relating to drivers’ hours regulations and tachograph
- The ability to work with minimum supervision
- Good communication and organisational skills
- Excellent customer service skills
Salary Range: Starting from £34,125 up to £43,875 PA, plus weekly bonus
Location: St Neots, PE13 8GA
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £34,125.00-£43,875.00 per year
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
Supplemental pay types:
- Performance bonus
- Quarterly bonus
Ability to commute/relocate:
- ST. NEOTS: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Experience:
- Driving: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Driver CPC (required)
Work Location: One location
Reference ID: Class2StNeots
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 H&M Distribution.co.uk'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 £34,125 - £43,875 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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