HGV CLASS 2 DRIVER - DAYS
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Position Overview & Specifications
Owens Group are looking for enthusiastic & conscientious HGV Class 2 drivers for our Cardiff operation working on Mon – Fri day shifts. Additional hours/shifts will be available if required.
£12.50 per hour (£13.50 per hour with relevant ADR qualification)
The ideal candidate will possess the following:
- A valid clean HGV Class 2 licence (minor points considered)
- A digital tachograph card and full CPC
- Minimum 1 years of driving Class 2 is essential to be considered for the role
- Able to work as part of a team and on own initiative
- Good geographical knowledge
- Excellent customer service
- Driven Class 2 within the last 6 months
- Previous multidrop experience
The Role:
Working for a fast paced family owned national company. Based at our Cardiff site, you will work a Mon – Fri on our modern fleet of new or nearly new trucks. You will be responsible for the following:
- Providing excellent customer service
- Adhering to all Tachograph, Driver and Road Regulations
- Pre-start Vehicle safety checks and vehicle cleanliness
- Completion of all legal and customer relevant paperwork
- Excellent driving assessment and induction training programme with ongoing training opportunities including Driver CPC module updates
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £12.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- HGV Class 2: 1 year (required)
- Multidrop: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- CPC card (preferred)
- ADR qualification (preferred)
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Insurance Agencies & Brokerages
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for HGV CLASS 2 DRIVER - DAYS roles across Owens Group's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Insurance Agencies & Brokerages.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £13 - £13 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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