HGV Driver - Bournemouth

GAP Group; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading equipment hire company is seeking an experienced HGV Driver to handle loading, delivering, and collecting equipment across customer sites in Bournemouth. The ideal candidate will have a Class 2 driving licence, experience in HGV driving, and excellent customer service skills. This position offers a competitive salary with benefits including up to 25 days of annual leave, a pension scheme, and wellness programs.

Benefits

Competitive salary and bonus scheme

Up to 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Contributory Pension Scheme

Life Assurance

Employee Welfare Fund

Cycle to Work Scheme

Health & Wellness programs

Qualifications

• Significant experience in loading, delivering, and collecting equipment.
• Understanding of Health & Safety protocols.
• Ability to follow guidelines in the workplace.

Responsibilities

• Load, deliver, and collect equipment to/from customer sites.
• Conduct equipment demonstrations when required.
• Complete relevant checks and administration accurately.

Skills

HGV driving experience

Customer service skills

Attention to detail

Education

Class 2 driving licence

Driver CPC (35 hours)

Valid Digital Tachograph card

Job description

Location

Unit 1, Castleman Close, Three Legged Cross, Wimbourne, Bournemouth, BH216FE

Number of positions

1

Contract hours

42.50

About the role

The Role

Our nationwide Non Mechanical division hire a range of equipment including crowd control barriers, scaffolding and road plates to the events industry alongside our more traditional business sectors within the construction, utilities, and infrastructure sectors.

The role of the HGV Driver involves loading, delivering and collecting equipment to and from customer sites in a timely and professional manner whilst driving responsibly and safely within the law at all times. When on customer sites, there may be a requirement to carry out hire equipment demonstration and the HGV 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 equipment from customer sites is essential
• Class 2 driving licence, Driver CPC with a minimum of 35 hours completed and valid Digital Tachograph card
• 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

From one division, 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 loads of 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 as a company we are always keen to promote 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)

GAP GROUP IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER