The role
Rutledge Recruitment is currently seeking an HGV Class 2 Driver to provide ad hoc and holiday cover for a busy company based in the Ballymena area.
Role Overview
As an HGV Class 2 Driver, you will be responsible for making deliveries across Northern Ireland while providing cover for holidays, sickness and busy periods. The role involves approximately 15–20 drops per day and regular manual handling, including loading and unloading. You will work alongside a helper, assisting with manual handling duties.
Working Hours
Monday to Friday
Approximately 8–10 hours per day
6:00am start
Typically finishing between 2:00pm–4:00pm depending on load and traffic
Pay Rate
£14.50–£15.00 per hour
Duties Include
Driving a 30ft rigid HGV Class 2 vehicle
Completing approximately 15–20 deliveries per day
Delivering across NI; Belfast, County Down, Lurgan and surrounding areas
Loading and unloading bags as required
Working alongside a helper to complete deliveries efficiently
Assisting with manual handling duties throughout the delivery process
Using a hand pallet truck where required
Carrying out vehicle checks and ensuring the vehicle is operated safely
Following all relevant road safety, transport and Health & Safety procedures
Maintaining accurate delivery documentation
Providing a reliable and professional service to customers
Important Information
This is an ad hoc position providing cover for holidays, sickness and busy periods.
Successful applicants will be paid through agency payroll.
Opportunity to progress from agency to permanent employment following a successful probation period.
If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply today with your CV.
What you will bring.
- 01Valid HGV Class 2 (Category C) driving licence
- 02All CPC requirements must be up to date
- 03Active Digi Card
- 04Minimum 6 months–1 year relevant HGV driving experience
- 05Maximum of 3 points on driving licence
- 06Physically fit and comfortable carrying out regular manual handling
- 07Reliable and trustworthy approach to work
- 08Belfast city driving experience is advantageous
- 09Previous hand pallet truck experience is desirable but not essential
What you will get.
- ·Ad hoc work providing holiday, sickness and busy-period cover
- ·Monday to Friday working pattern
- ·Weekly pay every Friday
- ·Accrued holiday pay
- ·Opportunity to gain further HGV driving experience
About the employer.
Rutledge Client
