HGV Cat C Driver

  • Job ref: 042/01672
  • Type: Contract, Full Time, Permanent, Temporary
  • Location: Exeter
  • Salary: £16.25 per hour
  • Recruiting office: Exeter
  • Date posted: 5 August 2026

Job details

  • Contract
  • Full Time
  • Permanent
  • Temporary
  • Exeter
  • 16.25 USD / Year
  • Job Ref: 042/01672
  • Salary: £16.25 per hour

We are currently recruiting for a reliable and professional Cat C (Class 2) Driver to join our client’s busy foodservice distribution team based in Exeter. This role involves delivering frozen, chilled and ambient goods to hotels, restaurants, pubs, cafés and other catering establishments throughout South West Devon and Cornwall.

This is an excellent opportunity for drivers seeking temp to perm or long-term employment with a well-established and growing business.

Key Responsibilities

  • Deliver frozen, chilled and ambient products to customers across Devon and Cornwall.
  • Complete multi-drop deliveries safely and efficiently.
  • Carry out daily vehicle checks and ensure compliance with transport regulations.
  • Maintain accurate delivery records and paperwork.
  • Provide excellent customer service at every delivery point.
  • Work alongside a Driver’s Mate, who will assist with loading and unloading deliveries.

Requirements

  • Valid Category C (Class 2) Driving Licence
  • Valid Driver CPC Qualification Card
  • Valid Digital Tachograph Card
  • No more than 6 penalty points
  • Only speeding offences will be considered
  • Previous multi-drop delivery experience is desirable
  • Good geographical knowledge of Devon and Cornwall preferred
  • Reliable, professional and customer-focused attitude

Pay & Benefits

  • £14.50 per hour PAYE accrued or £14.50 plus £1.75 holiday pay = £16.25 per hour on PAYE advanced
  • 20 days holiday plus statutory bank holidays
  • Advanced PAYE rate available
  • Monday to Friday work
  • Various start times from 6:00am
  • Driver’s Mate provided on routes
  • Temp-to-perm opportunity for successful candidates
  • Friendly and supportive working environment
  • Immediate starts available

If you’re a professional Class 2 Driver looking for a long-term opportunity with a respected employer, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today with your name and number quoting reference “HGVCF”. Call 01392 271311 or email your C.V. to exeter@driverhire.co.uk.

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