Class 2 Driver

  • Extrastaff
  • West Thurrock, Essex
  • Sep 01, 2025
Seasonal Transportation Automotive

Job Description

Role: HGV Class 2 Dray Driver

Location: West Thurrock

Hours: 04:30 start time

Pay: 17.15 per hour

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a HGV Class 2 Dray Driver to join one of our extremely well-established clients in West Thurrock

Benefits of a HGV Class 2 Dray Driver:

  • Temp to perm opportunities
  • Monday-Friday. No weekend work
  • Competitive rates of pay
  • Weekly Pay
  • Minimum 8 hours paid per shift

HGV Class 2 Dray Driver Duties:

  • Delivery of keg and cased goods to multiple customers across the South East (Kent, Chelmsford, Brighton, Eastbourne and London)
  • Use and maintain delivery equipment
  • Maintain accurate records of deliveries, including delivery notes and any discrepancies
  • Operate delivery vehicle safely and efficiently, adhering to all traffic laws and regulations
  • Follow company policies and procedures, including health and safety guidelines.
  • Use manual handling equipment provided in accordance with Manual Handling procedures
  • Regularly inspect and maintain the delivery vehicle to ensure it is in good working condition (fuel, oil, etc)
  • Maintain the cleanliness and professional presentation of the vehicle at all times.
  • Build and maintain positive working relationships with customers, providing excellent service and acting as a brand ambassador.
  • Follow pre-planned route accurately
  • Maintain communication with management to be informed of any change of delivery, route or schedule
  • Inform management of any obstructions to making safe, efficient deliveries on time

Requirements for a HGV Class 2 Dray Driver:

  • LGV 2 Licence
  • Driver CPC and valid Digital Tachograph card.
  • Good knowledge of UK road networks and delivery procedures.
  • Experience in dray work
  • Physically fit and comfortable with manual handling tasks.
  • Reliable, punctual, and customer-service focused.

If you are interested in this HGV Class 2 Dray Driver role, we would love to hear from you.

We do have a variety of other driving roles in other areas across Essex! Apply today or call Rachael at Extrastaff Basildon (phone number removed) for more information.