Plant & Tool Hire Driver

Huws Gray Group; SHREWSBURY; On-site; GBP 25,000 - GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading plant and tool hire company in Shrewsbury seeks a Plant & Tool Hire Driver Fitter. This role involves delivering and collecting hire equipment, ensuring everything is safe and functional. Ideal candidates should hold a Class 2 licence and possess a positive attitude. Benefits include 23 days holiday, company bonus, and professional training opportunities. Join a dedicated team focused on providing outstanding service and supporting each other in a dynamic work environment.

Benefits

23 days’ holiday plus bank holidays

Company bonus scheme

Contributory pension

Life assurance

Discounts on high street retailers

Training and development programmes

HIAB certification support

Qualifications

• Class 2 licence required for the role.
• Ability to maintain a positive attitude while working.
• No formal education requirements stated.

Responsibilities

• Check kit and vehicles for safety and functionality.
• Maintain workshop cleanliness and equipment care.
• Handle deliveries and collections efficiently.
• Provide friendly customer support.
• Assist with stock checks as needed.

Skills

Positive attitude

Class 2 licence

Job description

Overview

Plant & Tool Hire Driver Fitter (Class 2) in Shrewsbury – On the Road, In the Know, Getting the Job Done

At Huws Gray Plant & Tool Hire, we take pride in providing a high-quality Plant & Tool hire service - and it’s our people who make that possible. Backed by the strength of the Huws Gray Group, we offer our customers the best branded products, expert support, and a friendly, knowledgeable service.

Huws Gray Plant & Tool Hire is on a journey of growth right now, so you’d be joining us at an exciting time with opportunities for development and further progression.

Our Plant & Tool Hire Driver Fitters play a key role in ensuring hire equipment is delivered, collected, and distributed safely and efficiently to our customers. Based out of one of our branches, you’ll be part of a hardworking, team-focused environment where everyone pulls together to provide outstanding service and get the job done right.

Responsibilities

• Checking over kit and vehicles regularly, making sure everything’s safe, working properly and recorded correctly
• Keeping the workshop tidy and looking after the hire equipment at your branch
• Getting equipment where it needs to go - handling deliveries, collections and transporting equipment safely and smoothly
• Helping customers out in a friendly, professional way
• Chipping in with stock checks and lending a hand wherever the team needs you

What you’ll bring

At Huws Gray Plant & Tool Hire, we know there’s more to you than just a CV. We’re all about celebrating individuality and the different strengths everyone brings to the team. We’ll give you the training and support you need to thrive as a Hire Driver Fitter - you just need to bring a positive attitude and have a Class 2 licence to get started.

What’s in it for you

We believe great work should be recognised and rewarded. Here’s what you can expect:

• 23 days’ holiday, plus bank holidays (31 days per year)
• Company bonus scheme, based on performance
• Contributory pension and life assurance
• Discounts onhigh street retailers, supermarkets, restaurants, gyms and cinemas
• Colleague discount across our group brands
• Attraction and travel discounts
• Training and development programmes to support your growth, including your Class 2 licence in some of our locations

We offer on-the-job training and opportunities to work towards recognised qualifications, including apprenticeships.

We’ll support you to gain your HIAB certification if you don’t already have it. Training will be provided by us, and you’ll become fully qualified to operate HIAB equipment. A training agreement will apply, meaning if you leave the business within a set period after completing the training, you’ll be required to repay the cost

At Huws Gray, we believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce makes us stronger, smarter and better at serving our customers.

We’re proud to be an equal opportunities employer and we are committed to creating a respectful and inclusive workplace, whether you’re based in one of our branches, on the road or in one of our offices.

If you need any adjustments to support you through the application or interview process, please let us know.