HGV Driver

Job description

Job Description

The Recruitment Crowd are currently recruiting on behalf of our well known and industry-leading client based in the Grays area. We are looking for multiple HGV Class 2 Drivers to join the team.

Shifts:

• Run across Monday to Sunday (weekends included)

Hours:

• 01:00am starts
• 13:00pm -15:00pm starts

Pay Rate:

Class 2

• Afters - £15.86 per hour rising to £16.61 per hour after 12 weeks PAYE
• Nights- £17.10 per hour rising to £17.80 per hour after 12 weeks PAYE

Class 1

• Afters - £17.22 per hour rising to £17.92 per hour after 12 weeks PAYE
• Nights - £19.12 per hour rising to £19.87 per hour after 12 weeks PAYE

Location: Grays RM20

Job Type: Ongoing with an opportunity for permanent for the right candidate

The role:

• Securely moving and transporting palletised parcels to couriers or collecting them from delivery units.
• Handling runs, focusing on safe driving and maintaining accurate paperwork.
• Drivers may be required to assist with loading and unloading of the vehicle using a tail lift and pump truck.
• Interacting with customers and representing the company in a professional and courteous manner.

Requirements:

• Full UK driving licence with Class 2 entitlement (category C).
• Valid and in date DCPC and Digital Tachograph card.
• No more than 6 points on licence (minor offences only).
• Full understanding of WTD legislation.
• Be prepared to undertake a short driving assessment for the position.
• Excellent communication skills.
• A safety-first mindset.

For more information, please apply directly with a copy of your CV today and a member of our team will be in touch!

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Grays

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

14-10-2026

Profession type

Logistics jobs

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English