Cover HGV Driver Class 2

Alsford Timber Ltd; Surrey; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated HGV Driver to join their team. This role involves delivering goods across multiple branches, ensuring compliance with regulations, and providing excellent customer service. Candidates will enjoy a supportive work environment with opportunities for training and career advancement. With a focus on teamwork and physical activity, this position offers a fulfilling experience without the hassle of late nights or early starts. Join a company that values its employees and offers a family-oriented culture, making it a great place to work.

Benefits

Annual pay review

In-house training

Life assurance

Discounted goods

Employee assistance program

33 days holiday

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Refer a friend scheme

Qualifications

• At least 6 months of experience driving heavy goods vehicles.
• Compliance with the Working Time Directive is essential.

Responsibilities

• Drive HGV to deliver goods across various branches.
• Load and unload goods safely and efficiently.

Skills

customer service

communication

teamwork

physical fitness

Education

HGV Licence

Full CPC and Digi Card

HIAB Licence

Job description

Do you consider yourself a motivated and committed person? Do you have experience working in a customer-facing role that allowed you to provide an outstanding impression on everyone you met? Are you seeking a new, physical and fulfilling job where being a great team player is essential?

If yes, then we have the opportunity for you.

The Role

We are looking for a Driver to cover holiday and sickness across a number of branches in East Sussex and Kent.

As an HGV Driver, you should be able to rise to any new challenges. The job holder should be passionate and can communicate effectively to deliver a professional service. Compliance with the Working Time Directive and Driver’s Hours Regulations is essential.

The job is physical due to the loading and unloading of goods.

Our working hours are Monday to Friday, 7.30 am to 5.00 pm & every other Saturday, 8.00 am to 12.00 pm.

We offer no more late nights or early starts. This allows you more time to spend with your friends and family or to do the things you love.

If you do not hold a HIAB license, please apply anyway, as full training will be offered to successful candidates.

Experience

At least 6 months of driving heavy goods vehicles.

A theory and practical assessment will be required before employment.

Candidates will be asked to provide a DVLA Licence check code before the interview.

Job Specific Requirements

• HGV Licence
• Full CPC and Digi Card
• HIAB Licence (preferred)
• Full Clean Driving Licence (preferred)

What we can offer you

We at Alsford pride ourselves on being a great place to work through our values and family-feel culture.

You will have every opportunity to progress within an expanding business.

• Annual pay review
• In-house training
• Company’s life assurance of 4 x basic annual salary
• Discounted goods
• Employee assistance program
• 33 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays)
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Refer a friend scheme

Click apply today to begin your Alsford journey.

The Company

Alsford is a Builders' Merchant, supplying timber, tools, and building materials to Trade and DIY customers.

Alsford Timber Ltd has been around since 1882 and is now the largest Timber and Builders’ Merchant in South East England, with 19 branches across Kent, Surrey, London, East Sussex, and West Sussex.

We've spent over 130 years creating the Alsford brand you see today because, like you, we believe in building things to last.