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HGV Class 2 Skip Driver

Overview

Salary £17.62 - £26.43/hour + Benefits

Job Location Rainham

Job Type Permanent

Posted 29 September 2026


Are you an experienced Class 2 driver looking for regular weekday hours, enhanced overtime rates and a stable role with a long-established local business?

£17.62 per hour | £26.43 per hour overtime & Saturdays | £15 daily incentive

Monday to Friday, 7:00am–4:30pm

Sharp Skips is a well-established, family-run business with more than 43 years in the industry. We are looking for either an experienced HGV Class 2 Driver to join our team, or we would train inexperienced drivers on reduced pay. You wlll be delivering and collecting skips while providing a professional service to our customers. 

This is a hands-on driving role within a down-to-earth working environment where good drivers are recognised and supported.

We offer contracted hours but remain flexible, Saturday’s can be booked off at request.

Pay & Hours

  • £17.62 per hour standard rate
  • £26.43 per hour overtime rate
  • Overtime rate applies before 7:00am and after 4:30pm
  • £26.43 per hour on Saturdays
  • £15 daily incentive payment, Monday to Saturday
  • Monday to Friday, 7:00am–4:30pm
  • 45-minute daily tachograph break is paid

What You'll Be Doing

  • Driving HGV Class 2 vehicles to deliver and collect skips across various locations
  • Carrying out daily vehicle checks to maintain safety and compliance
  • Following legal driving regulations and company procedures
  • Recording deliveries and customer interactions accurately
  • Assisting with loading and unloading when required
  • Providing a professional and friendly service to customers

What You'll Need

  • A valid HGV/LGV Class 2, Category C licence
  • At least one year of Class 2 driving experience
  • Valid CPC and digital tachograph card
  • A responsible driving record
  • Good communication skills and a professional attitude
  • The ability to work independently and as part of a team

Holiday & Additional Information

  • 28 days' annual leave
  • 21 days are selectable
  • Seven compulsory bank holidays
  • Good Friday is a normal working day
  • Holiday year begins on 1 July
  • Incentive payment is paid monthly, one month in hand
  • Working week runs from Friday to Thursday
  • Payment is made by bank transfer every Thursday, one week in hand
  • Clock-in and clock-out system
  • Three-month probation period

Interested?

If you're an experienced Class 2 driver looking for regular hours, enhanced overtime rates and a long-term opportunity with an established family-run business, we'd like to hear from you.

Apply today with your CV.

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