Driver Hire Manchester South
Openshaw, Manchester
19/02/2026
Full time
HGV Class 2 Driver IPAF East Manchester • £38,000 £40,000 per year • Full-time • Permanent Driver Hire are recruiting on behalf of our client for a permanent HGV Class 2 Driver IPAF (HGV Driver with IPAF certification). This is a hands-on role involving multiple daily collections and deliveries. The role of our HGV Class 2 Driver IPAF includes: Salary: £38,000 per annum plus overtime (and night out allowance if required) Contract: Full-time, permanent, Approx 50 hours per week Higher rates of pay over 50-hours & for weekend work Location: Openshaw (on-site) Driving 32T beavertail (plant and access) Occasional curtain-side work (General Haulage) during quieter periods Occasional nights out if driver cover is required Work type: Multi-drop collections/deliveries, manual handling What you ll be expected to do as a HGV Class 2 Driver IPAF Carry out safe, timely deliveries and collections between business premises. Complete all delivery/collection paperwork accurately. Verify load contents and follow precise instructions. Secure loads correctly and perform in-route checks. Drive safely at all times, including in heavy traffic and at occasional unsocial hours. Communicate clearly with line managers; report delays, incidents, or road issues. Conduct regular vehicle checks and report defects promptly. Keep the vehicle clean and well-presented. What we re looking for Valid UK Cat C (Class 2) licence; no more than 3 penalty points. Valid CPC and Digital Tachograph; medically qualified to drive Class 2. Current IPAF certification (essential). Experience operating/loading/unloading plant and access equipment. Proven experience using GPS and routing software. Strong communication and customer service skills; calm under pressure; reliable and professional. Benefits Join a growing team with progression opportunities. Health & wellbeing scheme with treatment cover and retail discounts. Additional company benefits available. If you d like to discuss our HGV Class 2 Driver IPAF before applying, call Gareth, Tia, or Lincoln between 08 00, Mon Fri.