Job details
Driver Hire Leeds West is currently working alongside our client in the insulation and drylining sector to recruit for a Class 2 Driver with Moffett to join their team in Leeds, LS27.
You’ll start as a valued member of the Driver Hire Leeds West team for your first 13 weeks, before transitioning into a permanent role with our client. This is a great opportunity to join a well-known company with a strong reputation in the construction industry.
Pay & Benefits
Whilst working for Driver Hire Leeds West
- 
- £17.69 per hour (standard rate)
 - £20.94 per hour (overtime rate)
- PAYE Advanced Rate including Holiday Pay whilst working for Driver Hire Leeds West
 
 
 
As a permanent member of our customer’s team, you will enjoy;
- Permanent salary of between £30,000 and £31,000 including overtime.
 - 25 Days Annual Leave + 8 Bank Holidays
 - Monday to Friday work only – no weekends or bank holidays!
 - A generous pension scheme
 - Long service holiday rewards
 - Cycle to work scheme.
 
Job Duties
As a HGV Class 2 Driver, you’ll be responsible for the safe and timely delivery of insulation and drylining materials to construction sites and residential locations. You’ll play a key role in ensuring materials arrive in excellent condition and on schedule, supporting the smooth running of building projects across the region.
Key Responsibilities
- Operate a Class 2 HGV vehicle and Moffett forklift safely and efficiently
 - Load and unload insulation and drylining products with care
 - Liaise with dispatch, sales teams, and site managers to coordinate deliveries
 - Conduct daily vehicle checks and report maintenance issues promptly
 - Maintain accurate records of deliveries, mileage, fuel usage, and paperwork
 - Navigate routes effectively, adapting to traffic and road conditions
 - Deliver excellent customer service on-site and during drop-offs
 - Comply with all health & safety regulations and company policies
 - Attend mandatory training sessions as required
 
Requirements
- Valid Category C (Class 2) HGV licence
 - Driver CPC and Digital Tachograph Card
 - Moffett licence (essential)
 - Previous experience in construction materials or insulation delivery (preferred)
 - Strong understanding of road safety and transport regulations
 - Physically fit and able to handle manual loading/unloading
 - Reliable, punctual, and safety-conscious
 - Good communication and organisational skills
 
Why Work with Driver Hire Leeds West?
At Driver Hire Leeds West, we believe in finding the right fit for our drivers – not just a quick placement.
We’ll support you throughout your 13-week period, ensuring you’re settled, valued, and ready to thrive in your permanent role.
Join us and experience how it feels to be part of a team that respects, rewards, and values your work.
Apply Today:
Click Apply Now or contact Driver Hire Leeds West on 0113 229 9400 to find out more about this HGV driving opportunity in Leeds.
Please note: Due to high application volumes, we may not be able to respond to every applicant. If you do not hear from us within 7 days, please consider your application unsuccessful on this occasion.
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