HGV Class 2 Drivers – Temp to Perm
Location: Bicester
Agency Pay: £17.88 per hour (effective 1 July 2026)
Full-Time Salary: £45,477 per annum (based on a 48-hour contract, effective 1 July 2026)
Job Type: Temp to Perm (12-week qualifying period)
The Opportunity
We are recruiting 7 HGV Class 2 (Category C) Drivers for immediate starts in Bicester. This role offers a clear pathway to a permanent position after a 12-week qualifying period with a well-established company delivering essential food products to restaurants and fast-food chains.
Shift Pattern
- 5 days from 7 on a rotating schedule
- Consistent shift pattern designed to support a better work/life balance
- Operating Monday to Sunday on a 4-week cycle
- 48-hour per week contract
- Start times between 00:30 and 06:00
- Average shifts up to 12 hours, depending on routes
Key Responsibilities
- Complete 3–8 deliveries per shift to restaurants and fast-food outlets
- Deliver a variety of goods, including:
- Fresh produce
- Frozen goods
- Meat
- Dairy
- Unload goods using a pump truck (handball required)
- Place deliveries into appropriate storage areas (frozen, chilled, and ambient)
- Ensure all deliveries are accurate and completed on time
- Manage site access, including keys and alarm systems, following training
- Conduct daily vehicle checks and comply with all driving regulations
Additional Information
- Some routes may include a driver's mate (not guaranteed)
- Role involves physical, hands-on work
- Site interview and driving assessment (approximately 1 hour) required before starting
Requirements
- Valid HGV Class 2 (Category C) licence
- Valid CPC and Digital Tachograph Card
- Minimum 1 year Class 2 driving experience
- No more than 6 penalty points
- Good level of physical fitness
- Reliable, punctual, and professional
- Strong understanding of driving laws and safety regulations
What We OfferDuring the Agency Period
- £17.88 per hour from 1 July 2026
- Immediate starts available
- Structured training and onboarding
- Long-term opportunity leading to permanent employment
Once Permanent
- Annual salary of £45,477 based on a 48-hour contract
- Consistent 5-from-7 shift pattern providing improved work/life balance
- Enhanced monthly bonus of up to £400 for perfect attendance and professional conduct
- Opportunity to work additional shifts (6th shift) paid at an enhanced rate of £250 per shift
- Stable, long-term employment with a leading food distribution business
- Supportive and professional working environment
Apply today for immediate consideration. Interviews and driving assessments are being scheduled daily.
INDH
Pay: £45,477.00 per year
Work Location: In person
