HGV Class 2 IPAF Driver

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.