HGV Class 1 and Class 2 Driver, Palletised Work

  • Job ref: 948/01553
  • Type: Part Time, Temporary
  • Location: Newton Abbot
  • Salary: £18.49 per hour
  • Recruiting office: Torbay
  • Date posted: 2 April 2026

Job details

  • Part Time
  • Temporary
  • Newton Abbot
  • 18.49 USD / Year
  • Job Ref: 948/01553
  • Salary: £18.49 per hour

We are looking for HGV Class 1 and Class 2 Drivers for a flexible part-time role based in Newton Abbot, with full-time hours available during busier periods. Driver Hire/dh Recruitment (Torbay & Barnstaple) is recruiting for experienced Class 1 and Class 2 drivers to deliver palletised goods across the South West using curtain-sider vehicles.

This is a great opportunity for drivers looking for ad hoc work with the possibility of securing an ongoing role with a reputable local business.

Location

Newton Abbot, Devon

Accessible from Exeter, Plymouth, Torquay, Paignton, Totnes, South Brent, Kingsbridge, Salcombe, and surrounding areas.

Salary

£18.49 per hour PAYE Advance, other PAYE models are available.

Weekly pay

Guaranteed minimum of 8 hours paid per shift

Paid by the hour, so the more you work, the more you earn

Key Responsibilities

• Driving HGV Class 1 and Class 2 vehicles safely and responsibly

• Delivering palletised goods using curtain sider vehicles

• Ensuring goods are transported securely and arrive on time

• Providing excellent customer service at delivery points

• Completing vehicle checks and delivery paperwork accurately

• Following all company procedures, transport regulations, and health and safety requirements

• Working Monday to Friday

• Starting at 08:00 each day

Qualifications

Essential:

• Valid UK HGV Class 1 C+E licence and or HGV Class 2 Category C licence

• Valid CPC qualification

• Digital Tachograph card

• Minimum of one year’s HGV driving experience

• Reliable and professional approach to work

Desirable:

• ADR licence

• Experience using tail lifts

• Experience delivering palletised goods

Benefits

• Part-time work with the opportunity for full-time hours during busier months

• Ongoing work available for the right candidate

• Weekly pay

• Guaranteed minimum of 8 hours per shift

• Full training provided

• Opportunity to work with a well-established local business

• Support from one of the UK’s leading specialist transport recruiters

How to Apply

To apply for this HGV Class 1 and Class 2 Driver role, call 01364 644149 today.

About Us

Driver Hire/dh Recruitment (Torbay & Barnstaple) is a specialist recruitment agency covering transport, logistics, and driving roles across the South Devon and North Devon areas. We work with a range of local and regional employers to connect experienced drivers and logistics professionals with the right opportunities. Whether you are looking for temporary, contract, or permanent work, we are here to help you find your next role.

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