Job Title: HGV2 Driver – Palletised Deliveries (Washington-Based)
📍 Location: Washington, Tyne & Wear
💰 Salary: £14.00 per hour (first 8 hours) | £21.00 per hour (OT) + Weekly Holiday Pay Accrual
🕒 Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
📅 Job Type: Full-Time, Ongoing
🧾 Start Date: Immediate
Job Description:
We are currently recruiting for an experienced HGV2 Driver to work for a leading logistics client based in Washington. This is a fantastic opportunity for a dependable, professional HGV2 Driver looking for consistent work Monday to Friday, delivering palletised goods across the North East and surrounding regions.
Key Duties:
* Operate an HGV Class 2 vehicle delivering palletised goods across Tyne & Wear, County Durham, Teesside, Cumbria, and the Scottish Borders.
* Carry out 12–15 deliveries per day, with the possibility of one collection depending on the area.
* Use tail lifts, curtain-siders, and electric pallet trucks to unload at customer sites.
* At certain drops, customers will unload using forklifts.
* Ensure accurate delivery paperwork and professional customer interaction.
Working Hours & Pay:
* Monday to Friday only – no weekend work.
* Standard shift: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
* Pay rates:
* £14.00 per hour (first 8 hours worked daily)
* £21.00 per hour (for any overtime hours Monday to Friday)
* Holiday pay accrued weekly (not rolled into hourly rate).
* Weekly pay in arrears.
Candidate Requirements:
* Must hold a valid HGV2 (Category C) Licence, CPC, and Digital Tachograph Card.
* Maximum of 6 points on licence – No DR or IN endorsements accepted.
* Proven experience in multi-drop palletised deliveries.
* Able to operate tail lifts and electric pallet trucks.
* Must have access to a PC or laptop to complete a digital application pack, to be filled in and returned via email.
What We Offer:
✅ Competitive pay with enhanced overtime rates
✅ Monday to Friday work only – guaranteed weekends off
✅ Holiday pay accrued weekly
✅ Weekly pay in arrears
✅ Friendly and supportive transport team
✅ Long-term work opportunities available