HGV (Class 1 and 2) Drivers Wanted

  • Job Reference: 948/01565
  • Date Posted: 30 July 2026
  • Employer: Driver Hire Torbay
  • Location: Newton Abbot, Devon
  • Salary: £16.81 to £21.01 Per Hour
  • Job Type: Temporary

Job Description

HGV Class 1 Driver and HGV Class 2 Driver positions are available across South Devon. Driver Hire/dh Recruitment (Torbay & Barnstaple) is recruiting experienced and newly qualified Class 1 (C+E) and Class 2 (Category C) drivers for a variety of ongoing assignments with established local businesses throughout Devon and Cornwall.


Whether you are looking for full-time work, part-time shifts, temporary assignments, weekend work, or a route into a permanent position, we have opportunities available.


Location


South Devon


Work available across Torquay, Paignton, Newton Abbot, Totnes, South Brent, Kingsbridge, Salcombe and surrounding areas.


This position is a road-based role with local and regional routes throughout Devon and Cornwall.


Salary


£16.81 to £21.01 per hour PAYE Advance


Other PAYE models are available.


Weekly pay every Friday.


Minimum 8 hours' pay is guaranteed per shift.


Key Responsibilities


Driving HGV Class 1 (C+E) articulated vehicles or HGV Class 2 (Category C) rigid vehicles


Completing local and regional deliveries across Devon and Cornwall


Carrying palletised goods, general haulage, trade deliveries and retail deliveries


Completing daily vehicle checks and reporting defects


Maintaining delivery paperwork and digital tachograph records


Following Drivers' Hours regulations and site procedures


Assisting with loading and unloading where required


Qualifications


Essential


Valid HGV Class 1 (C+E) licence or HGV Class 2 (Category C) licence


Driver CPC qualification


Digital Tachograph Card


No more than 6 penalty points


Reliable transport to reach client depots


Ability to work early starts


Desirable


Previous HGV driving experience


Knowledge of Devon and Cornwall road networks


Experience using electronic POD or scanning systems


Newly qualified drivers are encouraged to apply.


Benefits


£16.81 to £21.01 per hour PAYE Advance with other PAYE models available.


Weekly pay


Minimum 8 hours' pay per shift


Flexible day, night and weekend shifts available


Ongoing work with established local employers


Temporary and permanent opportunities


Temp-to-perm positions available


Discounted Driver CPC training


Pension contributions


Dedicated local recruitment team


Variety of driving work across multiple sectors


How to Apply


No CV required.


Apply online today or call 01364 644149 to speak with our team.


We will arrange your registration and help you get started as quickly as possible.


About Us


Driver Hire/dh Recruitment (Torbay & Barnstaple) is a specialist recruitment agency covering transport, logistics, and driving roles across South Devon and North Devon. We work with a range of local and regional employers to connect professional drivers with quality opportunities.


As part of Driver Hire Nationwide, we are backed by over 40 years of recruitment experience and a network of more than 100 offices across the UK.


In the latest Driver Hire Nationwide candidate survey, 97% of candidates said they were proud to work for Driver Hire, and 96% rated the service they received as Good or Excellent, based on responses from 1,109 candidates in December 2025.


Whether you are seeking temporary, ongoing or permanent work, we are here to help you find the right driving role.

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