HGV 2 Driver

  • Job Reference: 075/02348
  • Date Posted: 3 August 2026
  • Employer: Driver Hire Edinburgh City
  • Location: Edinburgh
  • Salary: £14.50 to £21.66 Per Hour
  • Job Type: Temporary

Job Description

Class 2 (Category C) Drivers - Flexible Work Available


Edinburgh & Surrounding Areas
Competitive PAYE Rates + Overtime Available
Flexible Shifts | Immediate Starts
Register Today and Start Work Quickly


Driver Hire Edinburgh City is recruiting experienced Class 2 (Category C) Drivers to support a variety of well-established clients across Edinburgh and the surrounding areas.


Whether you're looking for a few shifts each week or regular ongoing work, we have flexible opportunities available to suit your availability. With immediate starts on offer, now is a great time to join our team.



Shift Patterns



  • Flexible ad hoc work to suit client requirements

  • Weekday and weekend shifts available

  • Typical start times of 7:00am or 11:00am

  • Extra shifts available during busy periods and holiday cover

  • Opportunities with a range of clients across Edinburgh and surrounding areas


The Role



  • Driving a Class 2 (Category C) vehicle on multi-drop delivery routes

  • Working alongside a driver's mate to complete deliveries safely and efficiently

  • Loading and unloading goods where required

  • Carrying out daily vehicle safety checks and reporting any defects

  • Completing delivery paperwork accurately

  • Providing excellent customer service at every delivery point


Pay Rates


Monday to Friday


PAYE




  • £14.50 per hour

  • £19.32 per hour after 8 hours


PAYE Advanced




  • £16.25 per hour

  • £21.66 per hour after 8 hours


Benefits



  • Minimum 8 hours' pay guaranteed per shift

  • Weekly pay

  • Overtime opportunities available

  • Holiday pay accrued (unless PAYE Advanced is selected)

  • Flexible work to fit around your lifestyle

  • Opportunity for regular ongoing assignments


Requirements



  • Valid UK Class 2 (Category C) licence

  • Driver CPC qualification

  • Digital Tachograph card

  • Maximum of 9 penalty points

  • No DD, DR, CD or IN endorsements

  • Comfortable with manual handling duties

  • Previous Class 2 driving experience preferred

  • Reliable, professional and safety-conscious approach


Why Join Driver Hire Edinburgh City?



  • Flexible shifts to suit your availability

  • Competitive rates of pay with overtime opportunities

  • Weekly pay you can rely on

  • Opportunities with a variety of reputable local employers

  • Friendly, knowledgeable and supportive local recruitment team

  • Fast registration process with immediate starts available


This role is ideal for drivers based in Edinburgh, Leith, Musselburgh, Dalkeith, Livingston, East Lothian and the surrounding areas.



Apply Today


If you're looking for flexible Class 2 driving work with a trusted recruitment agency, we'd love to hear from you.


Apply today or contact the Driver Hire Edinburgh City team to discuss current vacancies and upcoming opportunities.


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