Driver

GAP Group; Ashford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading equipment hire provider in the UK is seeking a reliable Driver to join their Plant & Tool Division. In this role, you will deliver essential equipment to various sites, ensuring all paperwork is completed accurately. Successful candidates will have a proven driving background, a full UK driving licence, and a commitment to Health & Safety. Joining a family-run business that's committed to your success, you can expect generous holidays, career growth, and support for your well-being.

Benefits

Career growth opportunities

Life Assurance

Health & Wellness support

Generous holidays

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a driving role, ideally delivering plant or tool equipment.
• Good understanding of Health & Safety procedures and safe working practices.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to complete paperwork accurately.

Responsibilities

• Delivering and collecting plant equipment to and from customer sites.
• Completing all paperwork accurately including damage checks and fuel levels.
• Starting machines on-site and demonstrating equipment use.
• Carrying out daily vehicle checks and basic maintenance.

Skills

Driving experience

Attention to detail

Customer service

Health and Safety knowledge

Education

Full UK driving licence

Digi Tacho card

Job description

Driver

Join a role where your driving skills make a real impact - every day is different, and your work keeps the industry moving.

As a Driver in GAP's Plant & Tool Division, you'll be at the heart of our operations - delivering essential equipment like diggers, dumpers, and power tools to construction, utilities, and infrastructure sites across the UK.

You'll load, deliver, and collect hire equipment safely and professionally, often demonstrating kit on-site and ensuring all checks and paperwork are completed accurately. Whether you're navigating busy city streets or remote rural roads, your role is key to keeping projects running smoothly.

What You'll be Doing

• Delivering and collecting plant equipment to and from customer sites, completing all paperwork accurately (including damage checks, fuel levels, and authorised signatures)
• Starting machines on-site when requested and demonstrating equipment use where needed
• Carrying out daily vehicle checks and basic maintenance to ensure roadworthiness and safety
• Safely loading and unloading equipment using correct strapping and securing methods
• Tagging damaged machines on return and placing them in the correct depot area
• Maintaining a clean and organised vehicle and supporting general depot duties
• Following customer site Health & Safety rules and using digital tachographs in line with legislation

What You'll Bring

We're looking for someone reliable, safety-conscious, and customer-focused, including:

• Proven experience in a driving role, ideally delivering plant or tool equipment
• Full UK driving licence (towing experience and Digi Tacho card are desirable)
• Good understanding of Health & Safety procedures and safe working practices
• Strong attention to detail and ability to complete paperwork accurately
• A professional, friendly approach when dealing with customers and colleagues

About GAP and What We Offer

You'll be joining an industry leader that's growing and genuinely committed to your success. At GAP, we're proud to be the UK's leading equipment hire provider-supporting projects big and small across construction, infrastructure, events, and more. With nearly 200 locations nationwide and a wide range of specialist divisions, we offer exciting opportunities in everything from Plant and Tools to Lifting, Survey, Pumps, Power and Environmental, and Event Services.

As a family-run business with over 50 years of experience, we believe in doing things the right way. That means:

• More investment in our equipment than anyone else in the industry, so you work with the best tools in the game
• Remaining fully independent, which lets us make agile, long-term decisions that support your success
• Offering real career growth, training and development from day one
• Support that values you - from generous holidays to Life Assurance and Health & Wellness Support

Whether you're hands-on or customer-focused, there's a place for you at GAP where your work makes a difference. If you're up for the challenge and want to feel valued at work, then we'd love to hear from you! Ready to get started? Upload your CV and complete our short application-we'll take it from there.

We're proud to be an Equal Opportunities employer and embrace the unique contributions each individual brings-regardless of gender, age, disability, race, sexual orientation, religion, or background. We promote inclusivity, respect, and good working practices to help every employee thrive and perform at their best.