At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive a Class 2 HGV, ensuring safe and timely deliveries.
- Company: Join Meacher’s, a leading independent logistics provider in the UK.
- Benefits: Full-time role with overtime opportunities and nights out allowance.
- Other info: Great opportunity for both new and experienced drivers to thrive.
- Why this job: Be part of a forward-thinking haulage business with excellent career prospects.
- Qualifications: Must hold a British driving license, valid CPC, and Digi card.
The predicted salary is between 16.2 - 19.8 £ per hour.
Full Time Opportunity for competent HGV Driver. Plus, Nights Out Allowance if required (Overtime Available). We are a forward-thinking haulage business looking for a full-time employee to drive a class 2 HGV. Experience with rigid and curtain sided vehicles required. We are located in both Fair Oak and Southampton.
Your application is important to us and if selected will arrange for you to meet the Transport Manager at the relevant depot where you will be invited to take an assessment. Whether you are a relatively new driver or you are a long-standing experienced driver, as long as you have the relevant skills and licences all drivers are welcome to apply for this role.
Excellent communication skills and a fluency in English will be required as you will be in constant communication with our client’s customers and also other members of internal teams. It is essential you have the ability to demonstrate the highest level of professionalism at all times both internally and externally.
You must hold a British driving license, a valid CPC and Digi card and have no more than 6 points on your license with no previous DR or DD endorsements.
Key responsibilities and accountabilities:
- Supervise the loading of the vehicle so that products are safely loaded and secured to minimise chances of damage.
- Ensure with the Loader that the load is correct against the customers’ orders and documentation.
- Ensure that on arrival the delivery is safe to make and respect customer’s property; if in doubt, consult with customer and/or Traffic Office, and use disclaimers if necessary.
- Check goods off with Customers and obtain signature and printed name.
- If any errors exist mark documentation accordingly and consult with Traffic Office as appropriate.
- Handle customer issues on delivery effectively and avoid getting over involved in discussion. Contact Traffic Office for assistance as required.
- Carry out deliveries in a timely and safe manner.
- Drive the vehicle safely and in accordance with the law and SSOW.
- Drive within the tachograph law and driver hours limits.
- Look after the vehicle and ensure that it is not subjected to unnecessary damage.
- Maintain the cleanliness of the driving cab.
- Comply with fuel directives from the traffic Department.
- Ensure you comply with all of the company SSOW.
- Report any accidents immediately and in compliance with the company’s accident reporting procedure.
- Complete vehicle daily inspection sheet and return to the traffic office.
HGV Class 2 Driver – Fair Oak in Southampton employer: Meachers Global Logistics Limited
Meacher’s is an excellent employer for HGV Class 2 Drivers, offering a supportive work culture that values both new and experienced drivers. With competitive pay, including a Nights Out Allowance and overtime opportunities, employees benefit from a strong focus on professional development and communication within a leading independent logistics provider. Located in Fair Oak and Southampton, the company fosters a collaborative environment where drivers can thrive and contribute to exceptional service delivery.
Contact Details:
Meachers Global Logistics Limited Recruitment Team
