Class 1 HGV Driver - Bedford

Ardent Hire Solutions Ltd; Bedford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in plant hire seeks a Class 1 HGV Driver to operate from their Bedford Depot. The position involves delivering equipment such as telehandlers and roto-telehandlers while ensuring excellent customer service. Candidates should possess relevant licenses and demonstrate effective teamwork and problem-solving skills. An attractive benefits package and competitive salary are offered.

Benefits

Up to 25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Additional day off on birthday

Cashback on healthcare expenses

Healthcare plan focusing on wellbeing

Employee Assistance Programme

Pension

Life Cover

Qualifications

• Full, valid Driving Licence with no more than 3 points.
• Proficiency in English (spoken and written).
• Full knowledge of all plant equipment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver plant hire equipment to customers efficiently.
• Act as an ambassador for the company, providing excellent service.
• Manage multiple tasks and changing priorities as required.

Skills

Time-keeping

Self-motivation

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Education

LGV Licence category C + CE

Driver DIGI Card

NPORS Card

Updated CPC record

Job description

At Ardent Hire Solutions, we have one of the largest and youngest fleets in the UK. Our fleet consists of 5,000 machines from the world’s leading OEMs, offering a range suitable for all construction projects. We are a renowned leader in our industry, known for our exemplary machinery, innovative solutions, unwavering commitment to quality, and customer-centric approach.

We differentiate ourselves through digitalisation, sustainability, and spectacular customer service.

Our values—Passion, Pace, and Performance—drive us as individuals and as a team. We seek diverse team members who share these values and strive to be the best they can be.

We are currently looking for a Class 1 HGV Driver to operate from our Bedford Depot.

Reporting to the Depot Manager, the job holder will deliver a range of plant hire equipment, mainly telehandlers and roto-telehandlers, to customers in a timely manner, acting as an ambassador for Ardent by providing excellent service.

Ideally, you will possess:

• Good time-keeping skills and self-motivation
• Driver DIGI Card
• LGV Licence category C + CE
• Proficiency in speaking and writing English
• Full and varied knowledge of all plant
• A full, valid Driving Licence with no more than 3 points
• NPORS Card
• Updated CPC record (evidence required)

You will be able to demonstrate the following behaviours:

• Resilience in dealing with changing priorities and managing multiple activities effectively
• Effective teamwork skills
• Ability to develop and apply appropriate skills
• Capability to generate alternative solutions to problems

In return, we offer:

• A competitive annual salary
• Up to 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• An additional day off on your birthday

Access to a wide range of benefits including:

• Cashback on healthcare expenses such as dental, optical, and physio
• Healthcare plan focusing on wellbeing, helplines, and more
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Pension
• Life Cover

If this opportunity sounds perfect for you, please send your CV to [e-mail].

We aim to respond to all applications. Due to high volume, if you do not receive a response within 10 working days, please consider your application unsuccessful.