HGV Class 2 Driver
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Position Overview & Specifications
Vincent’s Haulage Ltd are a small family haulier with over 60 years of experience based in Wigan. Vincent’s Haulage Ltd offer a wide range of logistical solutions to our clients all over the UK, with reliability, safety and low cost at the forefront of our business. We currently have an exciting opportunity for an experienced driver to join our close-knit team. The available job role is full time and permanent.
The role:
The job role includes mainly deliveries and collection to and from construction sites and depots. Occasional nights out and weekend work are involved when required and employees receive double time pay on Sundays. Employees will be required to fill in minimal paperwork at the beginning and end of each day.
We are looking for drivers who:
· Have a positive approach and outlook
· Are confident in face-to-face dealings with customers on pick-up and delivery
· Have good communication skills and a professional delivery
- Are civil, courteous and co-operative to colleagues, clients & suppliers.
· Are flexible in approach to working hours, including nights and weekends
· Are reliable and punctual
· Are responsible for keeping their truck clean, tidy and presentable
· Have to ability to reliably commute/relocate to WN5 9AD
· Have Driver CPC
· 1 year driving experience is preferred by newly qualified drivers are welcome to apply
Benefits
· Candidates will be allocated their own truck
· In-house training will be provided throughout employment
· Employees are provided with uniform and PPE
· Paid annual leave
· Paid bank holidays
· Christmas closure
· Pension scheme
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Approx £35,000 per year
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £12.50 per hour
If you are interested in becoming a valued member of the team, please email your most up to date CV
Job Type: Full-time
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £12.50 per hour
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability
Supplemental pay types:
- Yearly bonus
Experience:
- Driving: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Driver CPC (required)
Work Location: On the road
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: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for HGV Class 2 Driver roles across Vincents Haulage Ltd'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 General.
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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