HGV Driver

GAP Group; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 30,000 - GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading equipment hire company in Sheffield is looking for an experienced HGV Driver. The role involves loading, delivering, and collecting heavy plant equipment to various customer sites while adhering to safety protocols. Candidates must hold a Class 2 driving licence and have significant experience in HGV driving. The position offers a competitive salary, annual leave, a contributory pension scheme, and various employee benefits including health and wellness support.

Benefits

Competitive salary and bonus scheme

Up to 25 days annual leave

Contributory Pension Scheme

Employee Welfare Fund

Health & Wellness support

Qualifications

• Significant experience in loading, delivering, and collecting heavy plant equipment.
• Class 2 driving licence and valid Driver CPC.
• Recent experience towing trailers.

Responsibilities

• Load, deliver, and collect heavy plant equipment from customer sites.
• Ensure accurate checks and administration for hire equipment.
• Conduct equipment demonstrations on customer sites.

Skills

HGV driving experience

Customer service skills

Attention to detail

Health & Safety understanding

Education

Class 2 driving licence

Driver CPC

Valid Digital Tachograph card

Job description

United Kingdom, North East, Sheffield Plant & Tools

About the role

The Role: Our nationwide Plant and Tool division hires a range of equipment including diggers, dumpers and small power tools to our customers across the construction, utilities and infrastructure sectors. The role of the HGV Driver involves loading, delivering and collecting heavy plant equipment to and from customer sites in a timely and professional manner, while driving responsibly and safely within the law at all times. On customer sites, there may be a requirement to carry out hire equipment demonstrations, and the driver must ensure that all relevant checks and administration involved for the hire are completed accurately.

About You

• Significant experience working within an HGV driving role loading, delivering and collecting heavy plant equipment from customer sites
• Class 2 driving licence, Driver CPC with a minimum of 35 hours completed and valid Digital Tachograph card
• Recent experience of towing trailers is essential
• An understanding of Health & Safety protocols and the ability to follow these guidelines in the workplace
• Excellent customer service skills and strong attention to detail

About Us

GAP Hire Solutions now has 10 divisions offering the hire of equipment throughout the UK. We’re looking to recruit the best talent the industry has to offer to help us grow even further. As a GAP employee, you’ll enjoy benefits such as a staff social fund and loyalty holidays. Our in-house Learning & Development Team are dedicated to giving you the skills you need to be your best, and we are committed to promoting internally.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and bonus scheme
• Up to 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• The option to buy up to 5 days additional leave
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Life Assurance
• Employee Welfare Fund (Company-funded social events)
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Health & Wellness (Well-being Hub, Employee Assistance Helpline, Annual Flu Jab)

What’s next? If you fit the profile and are up for the challenge, we would love to hear from you. To apply, upload your CV and complete our short application form and we’ll take it from there.

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