£33850 per annum
About the Role
Pertemps Northampton Commercial is seeking a Class 2 HGV Driver for a permanent, full-time position based in Wootton, with a salary of £33,850 per annum. The role involves delivering palletised goods, primarily to construction and drylining sites, using a curtainsider vehicle. Drivers will typically complete two runs per day with five to six drops, operating within a 30-mile radius across Northamptonshire, Cambridgeshire, and Huntingdonshire, alongside occasional trips to Central London. Starting at 06:30 with finishes around 16:00 to 17:00, this position offers weekday work without weekends. Full Moffett training is provided, and the role balances driving with customer interaction while requiring minimal manual handling.
We are recruiting on behalf of our client in Northampton for a permanent HGV Class 2 Driver to join their growing team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a professional driver looking for stable, weekday work with excellent benefits and full Moffett training provided.
The Role
You will be delivering palletised goods (mainly to construction and drylining sites) using a curtainsider vehicle. The role offers a great balance of driving and customer interaction, with minimal manual handling.
- Average 2 runs per day
- Typically 5–6 drops per day (additional drops are local only)
- Deliveries across Northamptonshire, Cambridgeshire, Huntingdonshire 30-mile radius
- Occasional delivery into Central London (Kentish Town)
- 80% site deliveries
- Start time 06:30, finish around 16:00–17:00
- No weekends or bank holidays
What you’ll be doing
- Confirm delivery instructions, plan routes, and meet schedules
- Complete delivery paperwork and obtain customer signatures
- Carry out checks to ensure correct and complete deliveries
- Report any delivery issues, restrictions, or delays
- Drive safely and professionally at all times
- Conduct daily vehicle checks and ensure roadworthiness
- Supervise loading to ensure safe and compliant loads
- Report any accidents or incidents in line with procedures
- Support warehouse operations when required (loading, stock, housekeeping)
- Operate a Moffett Mounty fork truck (training provided if needed)
About You
- Valid HGV Class 2 (Category C) licence
- Minimum 2 years’ HGV driving experience
- Maximum 6 points (no major endorsements)
- Valid Driver CPC & Digital Tachograph Card
- Comfortable with or willing to be trained on a Moffett
- Strong awareness of health & safety
- Reliable, professional, and customer-focused
What’s in It for You?
- Competitive salary yearly reviews
- Annual bonus scheme
- Fully funded Moffett training & licence
- On-site parking
- Staff discount scheme
- Salary sacrifice pension scheme
- Enhanced life assurance (pension members)
- Increased pension contributions after 5 years
- Up to 30 days holiday (service-based increase)
- Long service awards
- Discounted private healthcare & cash plans
- Eyecare vouchers
- Wider wallet discount scheme
- Ongoing training & development opportunities
Why Apply?
- No handballing – all loads are palletised
- Work-life balance – no weekends or bank holidays
- Supportive operation – routes planned and flexible via WhatsApp communication
- Well-organised depot – vehicles often pre-loaded the day before
If you’re an experienced HGV Class 2 driver looking for a secure, long-term role with excellent benefits and progression, we want to hear from you.
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