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