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Posted 20 July, 2026

Class 2 HGV Driver

Absolute Sales & Marketing Recruitment Ltd
Preston, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Class 2 HGV Driver Darwen (North West & Scotland Routes) £28,000 £31,000 basic overtime bonuses Monday to Friday Permanent

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If you're currently in a role that keeps you away from home most of the week and want something more structured with just 12 overnights and home every other night this could be a strong fit.

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THE COMPANY Our client is a leading distributor of thermoplastic sheet, rod and tubing, supplying the fabrication and signage marketplace. Backed by a global acrylic manufacturer, they offer a stable, well-run environment with low staff turnover and strong long-term opportunities.

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THE ROLE

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  • Multi-drop deliveries (1015 drops per day)
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  • Consistent weekly routes approximately 75% repeat customers
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  • Core coverage: North West, with Scotland runs 12 times per week (flexible to suit you)
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  • Scotland routes typically cover Glasgow, Paisley, Dundee and Edinburgh
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HOURS & PAY

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  • Monday to Friday, 7:00am 4:15pm
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  • All time outside standard hours paid as overtime
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  • Scotland runs typically depart Monday (returning Tuesday) and Thursday (returning Friday), with overnight stays in a provided sleeper cab
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  • Early starts on Scotland run days (approx. 6:00am)
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  • £20 overnight allowance per night away
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THE PACKAGE

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  • £28,000 £31,000 basic salary
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  • Overtime paid beyond standard hours
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  • £100 monthly no-incident bonus
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  • Annual discretionary bonus
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  • Company pension
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  • Free on-site parking
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WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

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  • Valid Class 2 (Category C) licence CPC card
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  • Minimum 12 months HGV driving experience
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  • Multi-drop experience preferred
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  • Comfortable with 12 overnight stays per week (flexibility available)
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  • Professional, reliable and well presented
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  • Clean driving licence preferred
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Location: Darwen, BB3 applicants must be able to reliably commute or relocate

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