Driver Hire/dh Recruitment (Torbay & Barnstaple)
Night Shift Class 2 HGV Driver, Quarry Work, Newton Abbot
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Full Time
Newton Abbot
Posted on 20 February 2026
18.77 USD / Year
Job Ref: 948/01537
Salary: £18.77 per hour
We are looking for a qualified Category C HGV Driver to join a well-established operation based in Newton Abbot on a night shift basis.
Full training will be provided, meaning prior experience in a quarry or industrial setting is useful but not a requirement for the right candidate.
Location
Newton Abbot, Devon. This is a site-based role.
Salary
£18.77 per hour PAYE Advance (other PAYE models are available), paid weekly every Friday.
The shift pattern operates on a two-week rotating cycle, averaging 42 hours across the fortnight.
- Week 1: Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday
- Week 2: Wednesday and Thursday
All shifts run from 6pm to 6am.
Key Responsibilities
- Operating a Category C (Class 2) HGV safely and in accordance with all relevant regulations
- Following all site rules, operational procedures and health and safety requirements
- Conducting vehicle checks and maintaining a diligent, safety-first approach throughout every shift
- Working reliably as part of a wider team within a busy 24-hour operation
- Adapting confidently to a night shift schedule, including weekend working
Qualifications
Essential
- A valid HGV Category C (Class 2) driving licence
- A current Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) qualification card
- A valid Digital Tachograph card
- The ability to work night shifts on a rotating pattern, including weekends
- A dependable and safety-conscious approach to work
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Desirable
- Previous experience driving within a quarry, aggregate, construction or similar heavy industry environment
- Familiarity with 24-hour operational settings
- Experience of working within structured shift patterns
Benefits
- Consistent and predictable two-week rotating shift pattern
- Weekly pay every Friday
- Full training provided, so you can hit the ground running regardless of your industry background
- Support from a recruitment team with over 40 years of experience placing drivers across the UK
- Access to a nationally recognised agency known for looking after its workforce
Application Process
To register your interest or to find out more about this role, please contact the team at Driver Hire and dh Recruitment (Torbay) directly by calling 01364 644149.
No formal written application is required to make an initial enquiry. Please have your license details, CPC card, and Tachograph card information on hand when you call.
There is no stated closing date for this vacancy, so we encourage interested candidates to get in touch as soon as possible to avoid missing out.
About Us
Driver Hire and dh Recruitment (Torbay) is your local recruitment partner for transport and non-transport roles across South Devon. We operate as part of a nationwide network of more than 100 offices and bring over 40 years of specialist recruitment experience to every placement we make. That national reach, combined with genuine local knowledge, means we understand the businesses we work with and the candidates we represent.
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From our base, serving Newton Abbot, Torquay, Paignton, Totnes, Kingsbridge, Salcombe, South Brent, and the wider South Devon area, we place drivers and logistics professionals into roles that suit their skills and lifestyle. This includes 7.5 -tonne van drivers, multi-drop delivery drivers, forklift operators, warehouse operatives, driver companions and HGV Class 1 and Class 2 drivers. We offer temporary, permanent and full-time opportunities that suit a range of circumstances.
Through our dh Recruitment (Torbay) division, we also support businesses recruiting outside of transportation, covering roles in administration, customer service, manufacturing, skilled trades, cleaning, retail support, and general labour.
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