HGV Driver Opportunities (Class 1 & Class 2) - Day, Night & Cover Roles Location: Sheffield (In-Person) Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent Pay Rates: £14.82 - £19.97 per hour (Depending on role) About the Business We are a leading nationwide provider of commercial linen and workwear services supporting healthcare and hospitality sectors. Operating from our Sheffield site, our drivers play a vital role in delivering and collecting critical supplies, maintaining strong client relationships, and upholding exceptional service standards. Available Positions & Shift Patterns 1. Class 2 Day Driver Pay: £14.82 per hour Hours: ~48 hours per week (Monday - Friday, includes bank holidays) Focus: Regular daily delivery and collection routes across scheduled regional runs. 2. Class 2 Night Driver Pay: £15.42 per hour Hours: ~44 hours per week (Monday - Thursday, includes bank holidays) Focus: Dedicated night shifts supporting quiet-period transport operations with a streamlined 4-day working week. 3. Class 1 Cover Driver (Driving & Supervisory Support) Pay: £19.97 per hour Hours: ~48 hours per week across 5 days (Flexible shifts covering days, nights, and occasional weekends) Focus: Dual-responsibility role covering driver leave/absence and stepping in for transport management duties when required. Additional Office/Transport Duties: Monitoring compliance (drivers' hours, tachograph downloads, vehicle check sheets). Briefing drivers with instructions and resolving delivery issues. Performing licence checks and assisting with route planning. Key Requirements Licence & Experience: Valid HGV Class 1 (Category C+E) or Class 2 (Category C) licence with recent commercial driving experience. Max 3 points (no DR, DD, or IN endorsements). Certifications: Valid Driver CPC and Digital Tachograph card. Strong understanding of tachograph and drivers' hours legislation. Operational Skills: Experience with roll cages and tail lifts preferred. Ability to safely secure loads and complete delivery paperwork. Professional Standards: High awareness of Health & Safety, reliable, trustworthy, and a professional attitude. Additional Requirements for Cover Role: Basic working knowledge of MS Office/bespoke software and previous transport office/supervisory experience (preferred). All roles are subject to a driving assessment at interview, right-to-work checks, and basic DBS checks. Benefits & What We Offer Consistent, reliable shift patterns supporting a strong work/life balance Overtime opportunities available across roles (paid at overtime rates or taken in lieu for cover positions) Company Pension Scheme Free On-Site Parking Employee Referral Programme Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business
HGV Driver (Temp or Perm - Class II and Class I) in Sheffield employer: Randstad Construction and Property
As an employer, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic and supportive work environment in Dartford, Kent, where our team members are empowered to grow and develop their skills. With a strong focus on employee well-being, we offer competitive pay rates, flexible working hours, and opportunities for career progression within the vital infrastructure sector. Join us in making a meaningful impact on the M25 network while enjoying a collaborative culture that values innovation and teamwork.
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Randstad Construction and Property Recruitment Team
