Class 2 HGV Driver

  • Job ref: 076/01045
  • Type: Contract, Full Time, Placement
  • Location: Bedford
  • Salary: £16.53 - £18.18 per hour
  • Recruiting office: Bedford & Huntingdon
  • Date posted: 1 December 2025

Job details

  • Contract
  • Full Time
  • Placement
  • Bedford
  • Job Ref: 076/01045
  • Salary: 16.53 - £18.18 per hour

Class 2 HGV Driver

Our valued Client based in Elstow, Bedford is looking for a Class 2 driver who will act as a cover driver during their busy summer period, covering holidays and sickness. The contract is expected to be 8 months starting in March 26.

The Role: The role involves delivering mortar to active building sites using a cement mixer truck. There is not much manual labour expected however getting dirty in this line of work is a guarantee especially in bad weather. Full uniform will be provided after a 12 week temporary period.

Shift Pattern: 06:00 – 16:00 Monday to Friday. Overtime should be expected daily averaging 5-10 hours per week.

*There is the prospect of earning a temp-perm contract with the client should the driver excel in his role.
Full time contracts over annual salary of £42,000 with over £50k achievable with overtime*

✅ What Driver Hire Bedford Offer:

  • Competitive hourly pay: £16.53–£18.18 (holiday pay included)

  • Consistent weekly hours: 40+ hours with overtime opportunities

  • Diverse client base: Gain experience across different sectors

  • Temp to Perm & Permanent roles: Secure long-term work

  • Supportive team: Ongoing assistance and guidance

Email your CV over to bedford@driverhire.co.uk or hit the Apply button now!

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