HGV Class 2 (18T) Driver – UK & Europe
Location: Ashford, Kent (TN23)
Job type: Full-time, permanent
About the role
We're looking for a reliable HGV Class 2 Driver to join our growing team in Ashford. You'll be operating an 18T curtain-sider tail-lift vehicle on dedicated and express deliveries throughout the UK and Europe.
You'll usually have your own allocated vehicle, and the role includes regular nights out (average 3 per week) plus weekend work (2–3 per month, more during busy periods).
What we offer
* £30.00 tax-free night-out allowance (paid in arrears)
* Weekend bonuses (paid in arrears)
* Vehicle bonus for keeping your truck clean and incident-free (paid in arrears)
* Overnight parking covered on company account
* Annual Christmas bonus
* Ongoing training & Driver CPC provided and maintained
* Work with a company that values drivers as part of the team — not just a number, or a bum on the seat
Requirements
* Valid Class C (18T) Licence
* No more than 6 penalty points
* Valid Driver CPC card
* Passport (for European work)
* Must live within 1 hour of Ashford depot (TN23)
Desirable (but not essential):
* ADR licence
* Forklift licence
* International driving experience (training can be provided)
Key points
* Full-time, permanent contract
* Dedicated and express loads (no multi-drop / pallet network)
* Varied workload with early starts and changing schedules
* Average 3 nights out per week
If you're an experienced, professional driver who takes pride in your work and wants to be treated with respect, we'd love to hear from you.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £31,000.00-£33,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Company pension
Application question(s):
* This role requires nights away in the truck (average 3 nights per week, sometimes more in busy periods).
Are you willing and able to do regular nights out?
* This role includes weekend work (either returning on a Saturday or starting on a Sunday, 2–3 times per month, sometimes more during busy periods).
Are you willing and able to work occasional weekends?
* This driving role can involve early starts and late finishes, depending on the job requirements and delivery schedules.
Are you prepared to work flexible hours, including early mornings and late evenings?
Experience:
* Truck driving: 2 years (required)
Work Location: On the road