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HGV Class 2 Day Driver
Company
First Choice Staff
Location
Birmingham
Salary
£15 an hour
Posted
4 days ago
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Job Description
HGV CLASS 2 DRIVERS - DAYS
£15.00ph – 16.80ph + holiday pay
General Haulage - Ongoing Long Term
Urgently Required
Birmingham AND West Midlands Area
Seeking to recruit CLASS 2 Drivers (C licence holder) – for an 18 Tonne / Rigid vehicles
Average 10 - 12 HOURS per day - Start times 06.00 / 7.00am
• HGV 2 (C) DRIVERS (DAYS) for immediate start
• AVERAGE START TIME 6.00am / 7.00am
• 10 – 12 DELIVERIES & COLLECTIONS
• AVERAGE WORKING WEEK 45 – 55 HRS
• CLEAN ENVIRONMENT
Hourly rates - £15.00 p/h - £16.80 p/h + Holiday Pay
£15.00ph – 16.80ph + holiday pay
General Haulage - Ongoing Long Term
Urgently Required
Birmingham AND West Midlands Area
Seeking to recruit CLASS 2 Drivers (C licence holder) – for an 18 Tonne / Rigid vehicles
Average 10 - 12 HOURS per day - Start times 06.00 / 7.00am
• HGV 2 (C) DRIVERS (DAYS) for immediate start
• AVERAGE START TIME 6.00am / 7.00am
• 10 – 12 DELIVERIES & COLLECTIONS
• AVERAGE WORKING WEEK 45 – 55 HRS
• CLEAN ENVIRONMENT
Hourly rates - £15.00 p/h - £16.80 p/h + Holiday Pay
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Welder Jobs
What is the National Living Wage rate for welders in the United Kingdom from April 2026?
The National Living Wage for workers aged 21 and over is £12.80 per hour as of 1 April 2026 according to the Department for Business and Trade. Welders must receive this rate for all hours worked including overtime at 1.5 times the hourly rate after 40 hours per week. Employers in construction must also pay at least £35,000 annual equivalent for sponsored roles under the Skilled Worker visa route.
What visa sponsorship requirements apply to non-UK welders seeking jobs in the United Kingdom in 2026?
Non-UK welders require a Skilled Worker visa sponsored by a licensed employer with a valid Certificate of Sponsorship issued after 6 April 2026. The role must meet the £38,700 minimum salary threshold or the going rate for welders of £18.50 per hour whichever is higher. Applicants must also hold at least B1 English language certification and pay the Immigration Health Surcharge of £1,035 per year.
What qualifications and experience are required to work as a welder in the United Kingdom in 2026?
Welders must hold a Level 2 or Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Welding or equivalent plus a valid CSCS card at blue skilled worker level. A minimum of 2 years documented experience in MIG TIG or arc welding processes is required for most construction sites. Employers must verify qualifications through the UK NARIC service before offering employment.
What are the legal working hours and annual leave entitlements for welders in the United Kingdom in 2026?
Welders are limited to an average of 48 hours per week over a 17-week reference period under the Working Time Regulations 1998. Full-time welders receive 5.6 weeks of paid annual leave including bank holidays equating to 28 days for a 5-day week. Night shift welders must receive an additional £2.50 per hour allowance and health assessments every 2 years.
