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Trainee Class 2 Driver

Start as a Drivers Mate

Location : Barton-Upon-Humber

12.40 per hour | £30,950pa rising to £16.00 per hour I £39,960pa

Temp-to-Perm | Full-Time | Early Starts (4am6am)

Are you ready to kickstart a long-term driving careerbut dont yet have your Class 2 licence? Weve got the perfect opportunity for you.

Were looking for reliable, hardworking individuals to join our home delivery team as a Drivers Mate, with the opportunity to train and qualify as a Class 2 Driver. Well support you every step of the way, from learning the ropes on the road to becoming a fully trained, licensed professional driver.

Whats in it for you?

Progression Path

Start as a Drivers 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

Permanent opportunities after initial temp period

5 yearly medical costs covered

Uniform, pension, discounts & more

25 days holiday + bank holidays

12.40ph as a drivers mate

About the Role

Youll begin as a Drivers 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)

Youll need your own transport to get to site

What Youll 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

Future You Starts Here

If youre looking for a real career, not just a job, and want to progress into an HGV role with full training and support, we want to hear from you. Apply today to join a team that invests in your future!

For more information, please apply online or contact Rapier Employment on 01924 364236.

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