HGV Class 2 Driver – Seasonal until 31st October 2025

dnata Catering UK is seeking seasonal HGV Class 2 Drivers to join their team at Manchester Airport until 31st October 2025. The drivers will be responsible for collecting and loading catering equipment onto 17-tonne vehicles and delivering it safely to aircraft, as well as liaising with cabin crew. Candidates must hold a full UK Driving License Class 2 Cat C and possess strong teamwork and time management skills. dnata offers various employee benefits, including free meals on-site, parking, and opportunities for professional development within a dynamic work environment.

HGV Class 2 Driver – Seasonal until 31st October 2025
dnata Catering UK are actively seeking seasonal HGV Class 2 Drivers to join our already successful and vibrant team at Manchester airport. As an HGV Class 2 Driver you will play a pivotal role in ensuring that our catering and goods arrive with our airline customers on time, in-line with various scheduling requirements. This role is central to our services, allowing us to distribute the catering and goods which we are very proud of.
The Role
As an HGV Class 2 Driver you will be working in both airside and non-airside areas of our business:
Collecting and loading of the bar sets and catering equipment on to 17 tonne rigid vehicles
Driving airside, you will ensure our products are delivered safely on time to the aircraft
Liaise with Cabin Crew from our array of airline customers to facilitate the transfer of catering equipment to and from your vehicle to the aircraft
Occasional requirement to delivery stock to other units across the UK
Working as part of a team in a fast-paced environment where we aim to delight our customers
Please note your duties will include but are not limited to the above
Requirements
To undertake this role, you must:
Full UK Driving License Class 2 Cat C (with no more than 6 points)
Full CPC
Enjoy working as part of a team
Ability to work to tight deadlines
Have adequate numeracy and English skills
About Us
As the global caterer of choice, dnata catering UK provides inflight catering to the worlds leading airlines. When serving these customers, we are also serving their customer and leaving a lasting impression on their travel experience. That is why our mission is to deliver the promises our customers make. We offer a comprehensive range of Inflight Catering, Onboard Retail and Logistics services across all of the UK’s major and regional airports. Our continual pursuit of innovation and excellence has secured the business of more than 80 of the industry’s biggest operators.
What’s in it for you?
Free breakfast, lunch and dinner on site, including refreshments
Free on-site parking
£60 towards both, dental and optical cover through our Simply Health Cash Plan
£150 if you Refer a Friend
Discounted gym membership at over 2000 gyms nationwide
Cycle to Work Scheme
Opportunity to enhance your learning through our inhouse apprenticeship programme
Pension scheme and life cover
Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) which offers counselling and advice on a wide variety of issues, 24 hours a day, seven days a week
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