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Class 2 Driver

Salary
£15.50 - £21.50 per hour

Class 1 Tramper Driver

Location
Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear
Role Type
Temporary

Job Details

Published
Location
Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear
Role Type
Temporary
Salary
£14.50 - £20.50 per hour
Job Ref: JN -052026-130267_1779801176

HGV Class 2 Drivers

Multi-Client Opportunities Across the North East

We are currently recruiting experienced and reliable HGV Class 2 Drivers to support a range of well-established clients across the North East. This is an excellent opportunity to secure consistent, ongoing work with competitive rates, varied assignments, and the chance to work with leading logistics and distribution businesses.

Pay Rates

  • Monday-Friday Dayshift: £14.50 per hour
  • Monday-Friday Nightshift: £15.50 per hour
  • Saturday: £15.50 per hour
  • Sunday: £17.00 per hour
  • Overtime (Dayshift, 40+ hours): £18.00 per hour
  • Overtime (Nightshift, 40+ hours): £20.50 per hour

The Role

As an HGV Class 2 Driver, you will be working across a variety of contracts including general haulage, palletised goods, retail distribution, and multi-drop deliveries. This role offers a mix of driving environments, providing variety and valuable experience.


Key Responsibilities

  • Carrying out safe and efficient deliveries and collections across the North East and surrounding areas
  • Completing multi-drop runs or trunking work depending on assignment
  • Loading and unloading vehicles where required (may involve manual handling)
  • Conducting daily vehicle checks and reporting any defects
  • Ensuring accurate completion of delivery paperwork and using handheld devices where applicable
  • Maintaining high levels of customer service and professionalism at all delivery points
  • Adhering to all road transport laws, EU driving hours, and WTD regulations
  • Following site-specific health & safety procedures at all client locations

What to Expect from Class 2 Work

  • A mix of local and regional deliveries
  • Work across different sectors including logistics, retail, construction, and manufacturing
  • Early starts for dayshift and structured routes, or steady-paced night trunking work
  • Opportunity for regular, ongoing assignments or ad-hoc flexibility
  • Varied workloads ranging from light deliveries to physically demanding roles

Requirements

  • Valid HGV Class 2 (Category C) licence
  • CPC qualification and Digital Tachograph card
  • A good understanding of driver hours and regulations
  • Previous Class 2 experience preferred, but newly qualified drivers may be considered
  • Strong work ethic, reliability, and a professional attitude

Why Join Us?

  • Competitive and transparent pay structure
  • Access to a range of reputable clients across the region
  • Flexible working patterns to suit your lifestyle
  • Opportunity to gain experience across multiple industries
  • Ongoing support from a dedicated transport team

If you're a motivated Class 2 driver looking for consistent work, excellent pay, and variety in your role, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and take the next step in your driving career.

Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.

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