Bullet Express
HGV Driver - Class 2 ( Retail )
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Class 2 Retail Delivery Driver – Bothwell
Join the Team at Bullet Express – We’re Hiring!
50 Hours Per Week | Monday to Friday
4 Days – 07:00 Start | 1 Day – 05:00 Start
Bullet Express is looking for an experienced and reliable Class 2 (Category C) Driver to join our team at Bothwell, working on a dedicated retail delivery contract.
This is a Monday to Friday position, carrying out scheduled palletised deliveries to retail stores.
The role involves delivering goods as close to the store delivery point as safely and practically possible using a tail lift and pallet truck. Depending on the individual store, this may involve accessing loading bays, service yards or designated loading areas.
There is no requirement to enter the retail store, handball individual goods or split down pallets.
What You’ll Be Doing
Your responsibilities will include:
- Carrying out scheduled deliveries to retail stores.
- Driving a Class 2 vehicle safely and professionally.
- Delivering palletised goods using a tail lift and pallet truck.
- Positioning deliveries as close to the store delivery point as safely possible.
- Accessing store loading bays, service yards and designated loading areas where required.
- Ensuring pallets are unloaded safely and left in the agreed delivery location.
- Completing all required delivery paperwork and electronic PODs accurately.
- Carrying out daily vehicle checks and reporting defects promptly.
- Communicating with the transport team regarding delays, access issues or other delivery problems.
- Following Drivers' Hours, Working Time and company Health & Safety procedures.
- Representing Bullet Express professionally while on customer sites.
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Important – What This Role Does NOT Involve
We want candidates to have a clear understanding of the role before applying.
This position does not involve:
- Entering or delivering goods into the retail shop itself.
- Handballing individual items or boxes.
- Breaking down or splitting pallets.
- Replenishing stock or putting goods onto shelves.
Your responsibility is to safely deliver the palletised goods to the agreed delivery/loading area using the vehicle's tail lift and a pallet truck.
Working Hours
This is a 50-hour-per-week, Monday-to-Friday position.
Your normal start times will be:
- 4 days per week – 07:00 start
- 1 day per week – 05:00 start
Due to the nature of transport and retail deliveries, some flexibility may occasionally be required depending on traffic, delivery schedules and operational requirements.
What We’re Looking For
The successful candidate should have:
- A valid Category C / Class 2 driving licence.
- Valid Driver CPC.
- Valid Digital Tachograph Card.
- Previous Class 2 driving experience.
- Experience with tail-lift and pallet-truck deliveries would be advantageous.
- A good understanding of Drivers' Hours and Working Time regulations.
- A strong focus on Health & Safety.
- Good attention to detail.
- The confidence to safely manoeuvre a Class 2 vehicle into loading bays and delivery areas.
- Good communication skills.
- A professional and customer-focused approach.
- A reliable and punctual attitude.
- The ability to work independently and manage your delivery schedule effectively.
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What Success Looks Like
Success in this role means:
- Deliveries are completed safely, accurately and on time.
- Palletised goods are unloaded safely using the tail lift and pallet truck.
- Vehicles and equipment are operated responsibly.
- Delivery paperwork and PODs are completed accurately.
- Any delays or access issues are communicated promptly.
- Health & Safety and driving regulations are followed at all times.
- Our retail customer receives a professional and reliable delivery service.
Ready to Join Us?
If you're an experienced Class 2 Driver looking for a regular Monday-to-Friday retail contract with structured start times and no handball or breaking down of pallets, we'd like to hear from you.
Location: Bullet Express – Bothwell
Hours: 50 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Start Times: 07:00 four days per week / 05:00 one day per week
Apply today and become part of the Bullet Express team.
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