Driver Hire/dh Recruitment (Torbay & Barnstaple)
Class 2 HIAB Driver (Remote Hook)
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Full Time
Permanent
Newton Abbot
Posted on 4 June 2026
Salary: £35,000.00 - £45,000.00 per year
Job Ref: 948/01574
A Class 2 HIAB Driver is required for a permanent, full-time position based in Newton Abbot. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced HGV Class 2 Driver with HIAB remote hook experience to join a well-established business offering a competitive salary, regular weekday hours and excellent earning potential through overtime and on-call payments.
Current drivers are on track to earn around £45,000 per year.
Location
Newton Abbot, Devon
Salary
- Basic salary: £35,000 per year
- 40 hours per week
- Monday to Friday
- On-call allowance: £90 per week whilst on the rota
- On call rota: 1 week in every 3
- Saturday callouts: paid at time and a half with a minimum of 4 hours paid
- Sunday callouts: paid at double time with a minimum of 4 hours paid
- Expected earnings: £45,000 per year
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Key Responsibilities
- Operating a Class 2 vehicle fitted with a HIAB crane using a remote hook
- Completing deliveries and collections safely and efficiently
- Carrying out daily vehicle and equipment safety checks
- Following all transport legislation and company procedures
- Adhering to site health and safety requirements
- Providing a professional and courteous service at customer locations
Qualifications
Essential
- Valid Category C (Class 2) driving licence
- Current HIAB certificate with remote hook experience
- Valid Driver CPC qualification
- No more than 6 penalty points
- Good understanding of health and safety procedures
Desirable
- Previous experience in a similar HIAB delivery role
Benefits
- Permanent, full-time position
- Guaranteed 40 hours per week
- Monday to Friday working pattern
- Paid on-call rota
- Enhanced weekend call-out rates
- Excellent earning potential with overtime and call-out payments
- Opportunity to join a stable and established business
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How To Apply
To apply for this Class 2 HIAB Driver role, please contact Driver Hire/dh Recruitment (Torbay & Barnstaple), call: 01364 644149 or click “Apply Now”.
About Us
Driver Hire/dh Recruitment (Torbay & Barnstaple) is a specialist recruitment agency covering transport, logistics and driving roles across the South Devon and North Devon area. We work with a range of local and regional employers to connect experienced drivers and logistics professionals with the right opportunities. Whether you are looking for temporary, contract or permanent work, we are here to help you find your next role.
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