Full time

Class 2 Driver

Pertemps Northampton

Northampton, West Northamptonshire, NN1 2SN

£15.52 per hour

Posted: 08 July 2026 (Yesterday)

Closing date: 07 August 2026

Ref: 60359478

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About the Role

A full-time Class 2 Driver position is available in Northampton, paying £15.52 per hour. This permanent role with a national logistics firm involves multi-drop deliveries of palletised goods to retail locations, with up to two drops daily plus occasional collections. Drivers unload using a tail lift. Successful candidates will hold a valid HGV Class 2 (Cat C/E) licence. Consistent shifts are guaranteed, with a minimum of eight hours paid per day and overtime paid at £21.29 per hour after this threshold. Benefits include holiday pay, a pension scheme, annual salary reviews, and training support for licence upgrades. This role suits experienced drivers seeking stable, regular work without agency chasing.

Job Description: HGV Class 2 Driver Jobs - Cat C E / LGV - Northampton
Location: Northampton
Pay Rates:
- Days: £15.52 p/h (Overtime £21.29 p/h)
- Minimum 8 hours pay guaranteed daily
- Overtime paid after 8 hours at 1.5x
Why This HGV Class 2 Driving Job is for You
- Permanent full-time positions with a leading national logistics company
- Consistent, regular shifts - no chasing agency work
- Training and career development - licence upgrades & driver upskilling
- Excellent benefits - holiday pay, pension scheme, annual pay review, staff recognition schemes
HGV Class 2 Driver Role Overview
We're looking for experienced HGV Class 2 drivers to carry out multi-drop deliveries of palletised goods (up to 2 deliveries per day) to retail stores and maybe a collection. You will unload via tail lift and place pallets in the safe zone for store staff.
Shifts Available:
- Start time between 6am and 12pm
- Thursday to Monday
HGV Class 2 Driver Requirements
- Valid UK HGV Class 1 / LGV Cat C E licence
- Valid Digital Tachograph Card & Driver CPC (DQC)
- No penalty points, DD or DR convictions
- Minimum 2 years' HGV1 experience (or 1 year retail driving)
- Able to complete a 1-day driving assessment and 2-day induction
Driver Benefits
- Guaranteed minimum 8 hours pay per shift
- Holiday pay pension scheme
- Annual pay award
- Access to a driving school & licence upgrade opportunities
- Staff recognition and reward schemes
Assessment day are below:
13th July 8am 12noon
14th July 8am 12noon
15th July 8 am 12noon
Induction will start on 20th July for 5 days 8am till 3pm.