Class 2 HIAB Driver

The Cumberland Group.; Sidcup; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the Builders' Merchant sector, providing tools and materials, is seeking an HGV Driver. The role focuses on delivering excellent customer service while managing the physical demands of loading and unloading goods. Candidates will be trained if they lack a HIAB licence, and there are opportunities for advancement within the company.

Benefits

Annual pay review

In-house training

Company life assurance of 4 x basic salary

Discounted goods

Employee assistance program

33 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays)

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Refer a friend scheme

Qualifications

• At least 6 months of driving heavy goods vehicles.
• A theory and practical assessment will be required before employment.

Responsibilities

• Execute the delivery and collection of company goods.
• Ensure compliance with Working Time Directive and Driver’s Hours Regulations.
• Handle physical loading and unloading of goods.

Skills

Customer focus

Communication

Team player

Education

HGV Licence

Full CPC

Digi Card

Tools

HIAB Licence

Full Clean Driving 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.

To successfully execute the delivery/collection of company goods with a flexible approach and a positive customer focus. 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 1.00 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.