HGV Class 2 HIAB Driver - £19.50-£23.50/hr - Keynsham
Job description
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Job Description:
Ongoing Work | Weekly Pay | Temp to Perm
The Job
We're currently recruiting HGV Class 2 HIAB Drivers in Keynsham for immediate starts.
This is ongoing work with full-time hours and a temp-to-perm opportunity for the right driver.
What You'll Be Doing
HIAB deliveries to customers and sites
Loading and unloading using HIAB equipment
Local and regional deliveries
Completing deliveries safely and on time
Drivers already on this contract give excellent feedback on workload and organisation.
Pay & Shifts
£19.50 - £23.50 per hour
Day shifts
Monday to Friday
Ongoing work available
Weekly pay
What We're Looking For
Class 2 licence
Valid HIAB licence (essential)
CPC & Digi card
Experience preferred
Reliable and good attitude
What You Get
Ongoing, full-time work with the opportunity to go permanent
Free CPC training
Free on-site parking
Why This Role
Specialist HIAB role
Consistent work
Well-run operation
Apply Now
Click apply or call (Swift Recruit) to get started.
Job Type
Temporary, Temp to Perm
Location - Keynsham
INDBM
Job Type: Temp to perm
Benefits:
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
Application question(s):
- When are you available to start?
- How many years of HIAB driving experience do you have?
Work Location: In person
Key skills
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Application advice
5 AI-generated recommendations to maximise your chances.
🚛 Emphasise your HGV Class 2 licence prominently as this is the core requirement for the role
🏗️ Highlight your HIAB experience and certification as this is essential and specialist equipment
📋 Include your CPC qualification and digital tachograph card as these are mandatory requirements
⏰ Demonstrate your reliability and punctuality record as the advert specifically mentions good attitude
🎯 Mention any temp-to-perm success stories as this role offers permanent opportunities
Suggested CV bullets
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Add these 3 bullets under your most recent experience:
- •Operated HGV Class 2 vehicles with HIAB equipment across 15 regional delivery routes, maintaining 98% on-time delivery rate
- •Completed 45 HIAB deliveries weekly using crane operations for loading and unloading, achieving zero safety incidents over 18 months
- •Managed CPC compliance and digital tachograph records for fleet of 8 commercial vehicles, ensuring 100% regulatory adherence
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Dear Hiring Manager,
I am writing to apply for the HGV Class 2 HIAB Driver position with Swift Recruit in Keynsham. With my Class 2 licence and HIAB certification, I am well-equipped to handle the specialist loading equipment and delivery responsibilities outlined in your advert.
My background in commercial driving includes extensive experience with HIAB operations, CPC compliance, and digital tachograph management, making me ideally suited for this temp-to-perm opportunity.
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Interview questions
10 questions generated from this advert.
Technical
- ›How do you conduct daily vehicle safety checks on HGV Class 2 vehicles?
- ›What's your process for operating HIAB equipment safely?
- ›How do you manage your driving hours using digital tachograph?
- ›What steps do you take when planning delivery routes?
- ›How do you secure loads when using HIAB equipment?
Behavioural
- ›Tell me about a time when you had to deal with a difficult delivery situation
- ›Describe a situation where you had to prioritise safety over speed
- ›How do you handle working independently without direct supervision?
- ›Give an example of when you provided excellent customer service during a delivery
- ›Tell me about a time when you had to adapt to changes in your delivery schedule
STAR answer examples
Model answers using the Situation-Task-Action-Result framework. Adapt to your own experience.
Tell me about a time when you had to deal with a difficult delivery situation
How do you handle working independently without direct supervision?