At a Glance
- Tasks: Start as a Drivers Mate, assist with deliveries, and learn to become a Class 2 Driver.
- Company: Join a supportive team focused on your driving career growth.
- Benefits: Earn up to £16.75 per hour, enjoy bonuses, and receive full training.
- Other info: Permanent opportunities available after initial temp period with excellent benefits.
- Why this job: Kickstart your driving career with hands-on experience and professional support.
- Qualifications: A can-do attitude, good communication skills, and physical fitness required.
The predicted salary is between 13.15 - 13.15 £ per hour.
Trainee Class 2 Driver - Start as a Drivers Mate
Location: Barton-Upon-Humber
£13.15 per hour | £32,822.40 - £37,609 (avg hours) Rising to £16.75 per hour | £41,808pa - £52,260pa OT
Temp-to-Perm | Full-Time | Early Starts (4am - 6am)
Are you ready to kickstart a long-term driving career but don’t yet have your Class 2 licence? We’ve got the perfect opportunity for you. We’re looking for reliable, hardworking individuals to join our home delivery team as a Drivers Mate, with the opportunity to train and qualify as a Class 2 Driver. We’ll support you every step of the way, from learning the ropes on the road to becoming a fully trained, licensed professional driver.
What’s in it for you?
- Progression Path: Start as a Drivers Mate and progress to a fully qualified Class 2 Driver with our support
- Full training provided including funded Driver CPC and Class 2 licence
- Quarterly performance bonus up to £375 (rising to £750 as a driver)
- Permanent opportunities after initial temp period
- 5 yearly medical costs covered
- Uniform, pension, discounts & more
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays
- £13.15ph as a drivers mate / £16.75ph as Class 2 Driver.
About the Role
You’ll begin as a Drivers Mate in a 2-person crew, delivering to customers' homes:
- Assist with heavy, physical lifting and delivering items to the room of choice
- Make customer phone calls with delivery ETAs and log deliveries
- Ensure all items are scanned and accounted for
- Support the driver and learn the daily routine of a Class 2 role
- Report any parking/access issues to the transport team
- Maintain high standards of safety, timekeeping, and customer service
- Shifts start between 4am and 6am
- Expect up to 10 - 12-hour shifts (averaging 48 hours per week)
- You’ll need your own transport to get to site
What You’ll Need
- A can-do attitude, great communication, and willingness to learn
- Physically fit - this is a demanding, hands-on job
- Maximum of 6 points on your licence (no DD, CU80, or IN)
- A DBS check will be required before starting
Your Future Starts Here
Contact Liam at Rapier Wakefield.
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