HGV 7.5 Tonne Driver

  • Job Reference: 117/01374
  • Date Posted: 18 August 2026
  • Employer: Driver Hire Doncaster & Barnsley
  • Location: Doncaster, Yorkshire
  • Salary: £16.81 Per Hour
  • Job Type: Contract, Permanent, Temporary

Job Description

7.5 Tonne & Van Driver

 

Location: Doncaster
Pay Rate: £16.81 per hour + £40 Night Out Allowance
Hours: Monday - Friday
Job Type: Full-Time, Temp to Perm

 

About the role:

We are looking for 7.5 Tonne Drivers to join our client based in Doncaster on a temp-to-perm basis. This is a varied driving role involving the operation of 7.5 tonne vehicles and vans, delivering delicate products to customers and construction sites.

Key responsibilities:

  • Safely operate 7.5 tonne vehicles and vans as required

  • Deliver delicate products to customers and construction sites

  • Carry out daily vehicle checks and report any defects

  • Load and secure products safely for transportation

  • Complete delivery paperwork and electronic records accurately

  • Provide excellent customer service at delivery locations


 

What we're looking for:

  • 7.5 Tonne Licence

  • CPC and Tacho Card

  • Minimum 6 months' experience driving 7.5 tonne vehicles

  • Willingness to undertake van driving duties as required

  • Good knowledge of driving regulations and vehicle safety

  • Ability to carry out manual lifting and loading duties

  • Flexibility to support with 2 nights out per week


 

What we offer:

  • Competitive pay rate of £16.81 per hour

  • Monday to Friday working pattern

  • Overtime available on Saturdays and Sundays

  • Supportive team environment

  • Opportunity to work across a varied delivery operation

  • Long-term opportunity with a temp-to-perm position


 

Why work for Driver Hire:

Driver Hire Doncaster is part of Driver Hire Nationwide, the UK's largest specialist transport and logistics recruiter. We provide regular, ongoing, and varied work with multiple clients across Doncaster and the surrounding areas. More than just a recruitment agency, we treat our drivers as true professionals and offer a friendly, supportive place to work.

We're proud that in our latest satisfaction survey:

  • 97% of candidates said they were proud to work for Driver Hire

  • 97% rated the level of respect they received as Excellent/Good

  • 67% said they would definitely recommend working for Driver Hire