Hgv Class 2 Driver

Location: Heathrow

Job Description:

Airside Driver

Location:

Airport Airside (Security Restricted Area)
Contract Type:
Temp to Perm
Shift Pattern: 4 on / 2 off
Shift Length: 8.5 hours per shift
Shift Types:
Mixture of earlies and lates

Pay & Overtime

* Monday to Friday:
Basic Pay Rate × 1.5

* Saturdays, Sundays & Bank Holidays:
Basic Pay Rate × 2

Role Overview

We are recruiting Airside Drivers to work within a secure airport environment. The role involves operating a variety of vehicles airside, ensuring strict adherence to aviation safety, security regulations, and operational procedures. This is a fast-paced, safety-critical role requiring reliability, professionalism, and attention to detail.

Minimum Licence & Experience Requirements

Candidates must meet one of the following criteria:

* HGV Class 2 / Category C licence - Experience driving vehicles over 18 tonnes, OR

* Bus / Coach Driver - Minimum 2 years’ experience, ideally including double-deck vehicles, OR

* 7.5 Tonne Driver - Minimum 2 years’ experience

Desirable Experience

* Previous airside driving experience, particularly on vehicles over 18 tonnes

* Experience working in regulated or high-security environments

Skills & Personal Attributes

* Good level of physical fitness – essential

* Ability to understand and follow instructions

* Strong written and verbal communication skills

* High sense of ownership and responsibility

* Ability to work under pressure and meet operational deadlines

* Strong commitment to Health & Safety compliance at all times

Security & Compliance Requirements

Due to the nature of this role, candidates must be able to provide:

* HMRC 5-year employment history (official PAYE/employment record)

* Full 5-year address history

* Right to Work in the UK

* DBS check

* Satisfactory references covering any employment gaps

HMRC employment history must clearly show all employment and any gaps over the last 5 years. This is a mandatory requirement for airside pass approval.

Why Join Us

* Competitive enhanced pay rates from day one

* Clear temp-to-perm opportunity

* Structured shift pattern

* Opportunity to work in a highly regulated airport airside environment

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Work Location:

On the road