Class 2 Driver
Blue Arrow are recruiting for experienced Class 2 (Category C) Drivers in partnership with XPO & a leading drinks distribution business based near Heathrow, pay rate starting at £20.00 per hour.
This is an excellent opportunity for professional drivers looking for a permanent Monday to Friday role with no weekend working and the chance to become part of a well-established delivery operation.
The Role
You will be responsible for delivering drinks products to hotels, restaurants, pubs and clubs across London, the M25 corridor, Kent and Essex.
Working as part of a two-person crew alongside a Driver's Mate, you will play an active role in both the delivery and unloading process.
Duties Include:
- Multi-drop deliveries to hospitality customers
- Operating an 18-tonne rigid vehicle
- Completing up to 16 deliveries per day (route dependent)
- Ensuring deliveries are completed safely and efficiently
- Completing daily vehicle and delivery documentation
- Making manual daily entries using an in-vehicle system
- Providing excellent customer service at delivery locations
- Assisting with the unloading of goods at customer premises
Candidate Requirements
Applicants must:
- Hold a valid Category C (Class 2) licence
- Have a minimum of 12 months commercial Class 2 driving experience
- Hold a valid CPC qualification and Digital Tachograph Card
- Have no more than 3 penalty points on their licence
- Live within a reasonable commuting distance of TW5 9QB due to the 6:00am start time
- Be comfortable carrying out physically demanding deliveries
- Have good communication and numerical skills
Essential Assessments
Successful applicants will be required to pass:
- Licence verification checks
- Maths assessment
- English assessment
- Tachograph proficiency test
PPE Requirements
Drivers must have:
- High Visibility Vest
- Safety Boots compliant with EN ISO 20345 S3 SRC standards
Training & Induction
Successful candidates will complete a comprehensive two-week induction and training programme before commencing full duties.
What's on Offer?
- Permanent Monday to Friday working pattern
- No scheduled weekend work
- Early starts with job-and-finish flexibility
- Full training and induction programme
- Opportunity to join a market-leading drinks distribution operation
If you are an experienced Class 2 Driver looking for a stable role with a reputable employer, we'd like to hear from you.
Apply today with your CV and licence details.
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