HGV 2 Plant Driver

Company: Driver Hire Edinburgh City
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Location: City of Edinburgh
Job Description:

HGV Class 2 Plant Driver

East Lothian

Pay Rates:

  • £14.50 per hour PAYE
  • £16.25 per hour PAYE Advanced
  • Overtime after 8 hours: £19.32 per hour PAYE
  • Overtime after 8 hours: £21.66 per hour PAYE Advanced

Minimum 8 hours guaranteed per shift

Weekly pay

Immediate starts available

Driver Hire Edinburgh City is currently recruiting an experienced HGV Class 2 (Category C) Plant Driver to support a well-established client in East Lothian on an ad hoc basis. If you’re looking for flexible work with competitive pay and a supportive team, we’d love to hear from you.

The Role

  • Delivering and collecting plant machinery and equipment across East Lothian and surrounding areas
  • Loading, securing and unloading plant equipment safely and efficiently
  • Completing daily vehicle checks and ensuring all paperwork is accurate
  • Following all health and safety procedures
  • Providing excellent customer service at customer sites
  • Ensuring deliveries and collections are completed safely and on time

Working Hours

  • Monday to Friday
  • Early morning starts
  • Overtime available
  • Minimum 8 hours’ pay guaranteed per shift

What You’ll Need

  • Valid HGV Class 2 (Category C) licence
  • Driver CPC Qualification Card
  • Digital Tachograph Card
  • Previous experience transporting plant machinery (essential)
  • Experience loading and securing plant equipment
  • Good understanding of load restraint regulations
  • No more than 6 penalty points (no DD, DR, CD or IN endorsements)
  • A reliable, professional and flexible approach to work

Why Join Driver Hire Edinburgh City?

  • Competitive pay rates
  • Weekly pay
  • Minimum 8 hours’ pay guaranteed
  • Flexible ad hoc assignments
  • Ongoing support from a friendly local recruitment team

If you’re an experienced HGV Class 2 Plant Driver looking for flexible work with one of the UK’s leading transport and logistics recruiters, apply today!

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Posted: July 17th, 2026