At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive Class 2 vehicles delivering building materials across London and the South.
- Company: Join a family-run haulier with a modern fleet and a rich history.
- Benefits: Earn £38,000-£42,000 plus overtime, with paid training and 28 days' holiday.
- Other info: Immediate starts available; flexible full-time or part-time options.
- Why this job: Be part of a growing team and progress to Class 1 driving opportunities.
- Qualifications: Must have a Class 2 licence, Driver CPC, and a digital tachograph card.
The predicted salary is between 16.2 - 19.8 £ per hour.
Bennetts Haulage Ltd offers a salary of £38,000 - £42,000 basic plus plenty of overtime. This is a permanent position available for full-time or part-time work with an immediate start.
We are a family-run haulier based in Twyford, near Reading, since the 1950s, operating a modern and well-kept fleet. Our trucks have delivered to various locations including London building sites, Buckingham Palace, and Downing Street. We are looking for another Class 2 driver to join our team.
The work:
- Transporting building materials, palletised goods, scaffolding, and steel from our Twyford depot to sites across London and the South of England.
- Driving rigids up to 32 tonnes, flatbed and curtainside, with Hiab and Moffett offloads on site for the right tickets.
- Proper professional haulage with no multi-drop.
- Day work, home every night, with occasional paid UK night outs when necessary.
- Mostly Monday to Friday, 10-hour shifts, with overtime available for those who want it.
What you'll need:
- Class 2 (C) licence, valid Driver CPC, and a digital tachograph card.
- A Hiab or Moffett ticket is ideal, and paid accordingly; FORS training is a huge plus.
- Holding a C+E licence or having wagon & drag experience is advantageous and will be compensated accordingly.
- Living within about 45 minutes of our Twyford depot (RG10) is preferred.
- Comfortable in and around London, and reliable, professional, and polite as you represent Bennetts on every site.
What we offer:
- £38,000 - £42,000 basic depending on experience, which is at the top of the local market for Class 2 work, plus plenty of overtime.
- Genuine progression opportunities; many of our Class 1 drivers started in this role. We regularly put Class 2 drivers through their Class 1, Hiab, Moffett, and lorry-loader tickets.
- Paid training kept current: ALLMI Hiab, Moffett, FORS, Driver CPC.
- A modern, well-maintained fleet; we take care of our trucks just as we do our drivers.
- 28 days' holiday (including bank holidays), workplace pension, full PPE, and free on-site parking.
- A family-run firm where you'll know everyone's name and they'll know yours.
- We value attitude over experience; if you don't tick every box, apply anyway and we can discuss training.
- Full-time or part-time options available; let us know if a shorter week suits you better.
How to apply:
- Immediate starts available. Call 01189 401 402 for a quick chat; we prefer conversation over reading CVs.
- Alternatively, apply directly through the site where you're reading this.
Bennetts Haulage Ltd, The Piggery, London Road, Twyford, Reading RG10 9TZ.
HGV Class 2 (Rigid) Driver Twyford, Reading (RG10) employer: Bennetts Haulage Ltd
Bennetts Haulage Ltd is an excellent employer, offering a supportive family-run environment where every driver is valued and known by name. With competitive salaries ranging from £39,000 to £44,000 plus ample overtime opportunities, employees enjoy a modern fleet, paid training, and a strong commitment to work-life balance, ensuring that drivers are home every night. Located in Twyford, near Reading, the company fosters a culture of professionalism and reliability, making it an ideal place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment in the haulage industry.
