Job description:
Class 2 Driver – Powered Access / Plant (Beavertail)
Location: Kent TN12
Pay Rate: £15.50 per hour
Contract: Permanent – contract from day one
Hours: 50 hours contracted | Average 60 hours per week
Working Days: Monday to Friday, with weekend overtime available when required
Start Times: From 05:00 (or earlier depending on route). Expected finish around 16:00, though most days finish later
Job Type: Full-time, ongoing
CareerMakers Recruitment are recruiting an experienced Class 2 Driver on behalf of a well-established powered access and plant hire company based in Kent. This is a permanent role offering long-term stability, consistent work, and strong earning potential.
You will be driving a Class 2 beavertail vehicle, delivering and collecting large powered access and plant equipment. Manual handling is very minimal, as most equipment is large and is loaded and unloaded using FLT or other mechanical assistance.
Key Responsibilities:
* Delivery and collection of powered access and plant equipment
* Approximately 8–10 drops per shift
* Ensuring loads are safely secured
* Carrying out daily vehicle checks
* Maintaining a professional manner when dealing with customers on-site
* Complying with all road traffic and health and safety regulations
Requirements:
* Valid Class 2 (Category C) licence
* Minimum 2 years’ experience delivering plant or powered access equipment
* Valid CPC and Digital Tachograph card
* Good knowledge of UK road networks
* Strong health and safety awareness
* Positive, hard-working attitude
* Flexibility with working hours
What We Offer:
* £15.50 per hour
* Paid breaks
* Permanent employment with a contract from day one
* 50 contracted hours with an average of 60 hours per week
* Overtime and weekend work available when required
* 20 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays
* Long-term, stable employment