HGV 2 Plant Driver

  • Job ref: 075/02339
  • Type: Part Time, Temporary
  • Location: East Lothian
  • Salary: £14.50 - £21.66 per hour
  • Recruiting office: Edinburgh City
  • Date posted: 22 June 2026

Job details

  • Part Time
  • Temporary
  • East Lothian
  • 14.50-21.66 USD / Year
  • Job Ref: 075/02339
  • Salary: £14.50 - £21.66 per hour

🚛 HGV Class 2 Plant Driver 🚛

📍 East Lothian

💷 Pay Rates:
• £14.50 per hour PAYE
• £16.25 per hour PAYE Advanced
• Overtime after 8 hours: £19.32 per hour PAYE
• Overtime after 8 hours: £21.66 per hour PAYE Advanced

✅ Minimum 8 hours guaranteed per shift
✅ Weekly pay
✅ Immediate starts available

Driver Hire Edinburgh City are currently recruiting an experienced HGV Class 2 (Category C) Plant Driver for a well-established client based in East Lothian on an ad hoc basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a reliable and professional driver looking for flexible work.

🚜 The Role:
• Transporting plant machinery and equipment to customer sites throughout East Lothian and the surrounding areas
• Loading, securing and unloading plant equipment safely and efficiently
• Carrying out daily vehicle checks and ensuring all paperwork is completed accurately
• Maintaining high standards of health and safety at all times
• Providing excellent customer service while representing the company professionally
• Ensuring all deliveries and collections are completed safely and on schedule

🕒 Working Hours:
• Monday to Friday
• Early starts available
• Overtime opportunities available
• Minimum 8 hours’ pay guaranteed per shift

✅ Requirements:
• Valid HGV Class 2 (Category C) Licence
• Valid Driver CPC Qualification Card
• Digital Tachograph Card
• Previous plant machinery transport experience is essential
• Experience operating and securing plant equipment
• Good knowledge of load security regulations
• No more than 6 penalty points (no DD, DR, CD or IN endorsements)
• A professional and flexible approach to work

🌟 Why Work With Driver Hire Edinburgh City?
• Competitive rates of pay
• Weekly pay
• Guaranteed minimum 8 hours’ pay per shift
• Flexible, ad hoc work
• Friendly and supportive local team

If you have HGV Class 2 plant driving experience and are looking for flexible work with a reputable company, apply today and join one of the UK’s leading transport and logistics recruitment specialists.

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