Hgv Class 2 Driver

HGV Class 2 Driver

Location: Northampton
Commutable from: Daventry, Kettering, Wellingborough, Corby
Pay Rate: £15.00 per hour PAYE | £16.81 per hour PAYE Advanced (including holiday pay)
Contract Type: Temporary Ongoing
Hours: Monday to Friday | Start times from 06:00am
Minimum Shift Length: 8 hours

HGV Class 2 Drivers Wanted – Northampton

Driver Hire Northampton & Kettering is currently recruiting experienced HGV Class 2 Drivers for a range of ongoing opportunities with established businesses across the Northampton area.

We work with clients across a variety of sectors including Builders Merchants, General Haulage, Scaffolding, Manufacturing, and Metal Products, offering regular work and a variety of driving assignments to suit experienced Class 2 drivers.

The Role

Depending on the client and assignment, you could be involved in:

* Local or nationwide deliveries

* Driving curtain-sided or flatbed vehicles

* Delivering construction, manufacturing or industrial products

* Completing daily vehicle safety checks

* Ensuring compliance with driver hours and transport legislation

* Maintaining high standards of road safety and professionalism

* Minimal handball duties on most assignments

These roles offer a mix of work environments, helping you build experience while enjoying consistent, ongoing assignments.

What We're Looking For

To be considered, you must have:

* Valid HGV Class 2 (Category C) Licence

* Valid Driver CPC Qualification Card

* Valid Digital Tachograph Card

* Minimum 12 months' Class 2 driving experience

* No more than 6 penalty points

* No major endorsements or serious driving offences

* Good knowledge of driver hours and working time regulations

* A professional and reliable attitude

Pay & Benefits

* £15.00 per hour PAYE

* £16.81 per hour PAYE Advanced (including holiday pay)

* Minimum 8-hour paid shifts

* Ongoing temporary work

* Weekly pay

* Variety of assignments and clients

* Friendly and supportive local team

Why Work With Driver Hire?

Driver Hire Northampton & Kettering is part of Driver Hire Nationwide, the UK's largest specialist transport and logistics recruitment company.

We pride ourselves on treating our drivers with professionalism and respect while providing access to regular work with quality local employers.

In our latest candidate satisfaction survey (December 2025):

* 97% of candidates said they were proud to work for Driver Hire

* 97% rated the level of respect they received as Excellent or Good

* 69% said they would definitely recommend working for Driver Hire

If you're an experienced HGV Class 2 Driver looking for regular work in Northampton and the surrounding area, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and start your next driving opportunity with Driver Hire Northampton & Kettering