Job details
HGV Class 2 Driver required for a full-time permanent position based in Newton Abbot.
Driver Hire/dh Recruitment (Torbay & Barnstaple) is recruiting a reliable and customer-focused Class 2 Driver for a well-established food distribution operation. This is an excellent opportunity for both experienced HGV drivers and newly qualified Class 2 drivers looking to build valuable driving experience.
The role involves delivering chilled and frozen food products to hospitality businesses across the South West. You will complete multi-drop deliveries on planned routes while providing excellent customer service.
One of the biggest attractions of this role is the working pattern. This is a Monday-to-Friday position with no weekend work.
Location
Newton Abbot, Devon
Field-based driving role covering delivery routes across the South West.
Salary
£35,508.00 per hour annum
Performance-related bonus scheme
Weekly pay
Guaranteed minimum hours
Key Responsibilities
• Deliver chilled and frozen food products to restaurants, cafes, pubs, hotels and takeaways across the South West
• Complete up to 30 deliveries per day
• Carry out vehicle checks and complete all required paperwork
• Provide excellent customer service at every delivery point
• Ensure deliveries are completed safely, accurately and on time
• Follow all Driver CPC, tachograph and road transport regulations
• Represent the business professionally while on customer sites
Qualifications
Essential
• Valid HGV Class 2 Licence (Category C)
• Valid Driver CPC qualification card
• Valid Digital Tachograph Card
• Professional and reliable approach to work
• Strong customer service skills
Desirable
• Previous Class 2 multi-drop delivery experience
• Experience delivering food products
• Newly qualified Class 2 drivers are encouraged to apply, as full training is provided
Benefits
• Permanent full-time position
• Monday to Friday working pattern
• No weekend working
• Competitive hourly pay
• Performance-related bonus scheme
• Company pension
• 28 days annual leave, including Bank Holidays
• Weekly pay
• Full training and ongoing support
• Genuine opportunity for newly qualified HGV drivers
• Career development opportunities through Driver Hire’s nationwide network
How to Apply
To apply for this HGV Class 2 Driver position, please call Driver Hire/dh Recruitment (Torbay & Barnstaple) on 01364 644149.
No covering letter is required.
If you have recently passed your Class 2 test and would like an informal chat about the role, we would be pleased to hear from you.
About Us
Driver Hire/dh Recruitment (Torbay & Barnstaple) is a specialist recruitment agency covering transport, logistics and driving roles across South Devon and North Devon.
We work with local and regional employers to connect drivers with quality opportunities across the area. Whether you are looking for temporary, contract or permanent work, we can help you find the right role.
Driver Hire has over 40 years of experience in logistics recruitment and a nationwide network of more than 100 offices. In our latest nationwide candidate survey, 97% of candidates said they were proud to work for Driver Hire, and 96% rated the level of respect and service they received as Good or Excellent, based on 1,109 candidate responses in December 2025.
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