Company
Pertemps Sheffield
Location
Sheffield
Job type
Full–time and Part-time
Salary
£16.21 an hour
Posted
2 days ago
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Job description
HGV Class 2 Driver - Ongoing Work
£16.21 per hour
Pertemps Sheffield is currently recruiting HGV Class 2 Drivers for regular, ongoing work with a leading food distribution company.
Full-time and part-time positions are available, with newly qualified (new pass) drivers welcome to apply.
The Role
• Regular ongoing work
• Monday to Saturday transport operation
• Full-time and part-time shifts available
• Start times between 5:00am and 6:00am
• Approximate finish time 4:00pm (route dependent- Up to 15 deliveries a shift)
• Multi-drop deliveries to restaurants, convenience stores and other commercial customers
• This is a busy, fast-paced delivery operation where drivers are expected to work efficiently while maintaining excellent customer service.
• This is a physically demanding role involving regular handball, lifting, loading and unloading of products at multiple delivery points throughout the day.
• You will be working outdoors in all weather conditions, so applicants should be comfortable carrying out manual handling duties throughout their shift.
• Routes vary daily, so flexibility is essential.
Requirements
• Valid HGV Class 2 (Category C) licence
• Valid Driver CPC
• Valid Digital Tachograph Card
• No more than 6 penalty points (no major endorsements)
• Excellent customer service skills
• New pass drivers are welcome to apply
LocationSheffield
How to ApplyTo find out more or to apply, please call Amy or Caitlin at Pertemps Sheffield on .
Alternatively, email your CV to .
£16.21 per hour
Pertemps Sheffield is currently recruiting HGV Class 2 Drivers for regular, ongoing work with a leading food distribution company.
Full-time and part-time positions are available, with newly qualified (new pass) drivers welcome to apply.
The Role
• Regular ongoing work
• Monday to Saturday transport operation
• Full-time and part-time shifts available
• Start times between 5:00am and 6:00am
• Approximate finish time 4:00pm (route dependent- Up to 15 deliveries a shift)
• Multi-drop deliveries to restaurants, convenience stores and other commercial customers
• This is a busy, fast-paced delivery operation where drivers are expected to work efficiently while maintaining excellent customer service.
• This is a physically demanding role involving regular handball, lifting, loading and unloading of products at multiple delivery points throughout the day.
• You will be working outdoors in all weather conditions, so applicants should be comfortable carrying out manual handling duties throughout their shift.
• Routes vary daily, so flexibility is essential.
Requirements
• Valid HGV Class 2 (Category C) licence
• Valid Driver CPC
• Valid Digital Tachograph Card
• No more than 6 penalty points (no major endorsements)
• Excellent customer service skills
• New pass drivers are welcome to apply
LocationSheffield
How to ApplyTo find out more or to apply, please call Amy or Caitlin at Pertemps Sheffield on .
Alternatively, email your CV to .
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