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HGV Class 2 Driver

Rapier
Barton upon Humber · posted 3 August 2026
Salary
£32,822 – £37,609 a year
Job type
full time
Location
Barton upon Humber, Lincolnshire
Category
Distribution
Trainee Class 2 Driver - Start as a Driver’s Mate Location: Barton-Upon-Humber £13.15 per hour | £32,822.40 - £37,609 (avg hours) Rising to £16.75 per hour I £41,808pa - £52,260pa OTE Temp-to-Perm | Full-Time | Early Starts (4am–6am)   Are you ready to kickstart a long-term driving career—but don’t yet have your Class 2 licence? We’ve got the perfect opportunity for you.   We’re looking for reliable, hardworking individuals to join our home delivery team as a Driver’s Mate, with the opportunity to train and qualify as a Class 2 Driver. We’ll support you every step of the way, from learning the ropes on the road to becoming a fully trained, licensed professional driver.   What’s in it for you? Progression Path – Start as a Driver’s Mate and progress to a fully qualified Class 2 Driver with our support Full training provided – including funded Driver CPC and Class 2 licence Quarterly performance bonus – up to £375 (rising to £750 as a driver) Permanent opportunities after initial temp period 5 yearly medical costs covered Uniform, pension, discounts & more 25 days holiday + bank holidays £13.15ph as a drivers mate / £16.75ph as Class 2 Driver.  About the Role   You’ll begin as a Driver’s Mate in a 2-person crew, delivering to customers’ homes: Assist with heavy, physical lifting and delivering items to the room of choice Make customer phone calls with delivery ETAs and log deliveries Ensure all items are scanned and accounted for Support the driver and learn the daily routine of a Class 2 role Report any parking/access issues to the transport team Maintain high standards of safety, timekeeping, and customer service Shifts start between 4am and 6am Expect up to 10 - 12-hour shifts (averaging 48 hours per week) You’ll need your own transport to get to site  What You’ll Need A can-do attitude, great communication, and willingness to learn Physically fit – this is a demanding, hands-on job Maximum of 6 points on your licence (no DD, CU80, or IN) A DBS check will be required before starting  Your Future You Starts Here   Contact Liam at Rapier Wakefield
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