HGV Class 2 Driver – Milton Keynes

Location: Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire

Shift Pattern: Monday – Friday (Occasional weekends available)

Start Times: Typically between 05:00 – 07:00

Work Type: Ongoing / Temp-to-Perm

The Role

Next Gear is recruiting professional HGV Class 2 (Category C) Drivers to join our busy operations in Milton Keynes. Given the city's position as a premier logistics hub, we have consistent, high-quality work available with several well-established clients.

This role is perfect for a driver who enjoys a busy day, navigating the regional road networks and delivering a variety of goods. Most assignments involve palletised multi-drop deliveries or general haulage, ensuring that goods reach their destination safely and on time.

Key Responsibilities

• Operating an HGV Class 2 vehicle safely and professionally.

• Completing daily multi-drop deliveries and collections (typically 8–12 stops).

• Using tail-lifts and manual handling equipment (pallet trucks/trolleys) where required.

• Performing thorough daily vehicle walk-around checks and reporting any defects.

• Accurate completion of delivery paperwork and digital tachograph records.

• Providing excellent customer service as the face of the company.

Candidate Requirements

• Licence: Valid UK HGV Class 2 (Category C) Licence.

• Credentials: Current CPC and Digital Tachograph cards.

• Experience: Previous commercial driving experience is preferred, though we welcome reliable drivers of all experience levels.

• Record: No more than 9 penalty points (no DR or IN codes) for insurance purposes.

• Reliability: A punctual, hard-working approach with a commitment to road safety.

BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR Next Gear

• Working with one of the leading Recruitment agencies with 18 years within the marketplace, recruiting for many of the region’s leading companies.
• In a recent survey 96% of our clients stated Next Gear are their preferred agency labour supplier.
• Paid annual leave pro-rata for PAYE (inclusive of statutory holiday)
• Weekly pay – with a 1 hour pay resolution guarantee.
• Pension contribution (after 3 months continuous service).
• On-going assignments
• Free access to our Health Assured scheme for you and your family.
• Access to Free online training.

Please contact our Recruitment specialists if you are available for this position