Driver Category C

Speedy Hire Plc; Newport; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hire services company based in Newport is seeking a Category C Driver to join their team. In this full-time role, you will be responsible for delivering and collecting hire equipment while providing top-notch customer service. The ideal candidate will possess a full UK Category C driving licence and a solid understanding of local driving routes. We offer competitive benefits, including 26 days of holiday, training opportunities, and employee assistance programs, ensuring a meaningful work-life balance.

Benefits

26 days holiday plus bank holidays

Life assurance

Pension scheme

Canteen facilities

95% discount across the Speedy brand

Ongoing training and development

Voluntary Health Cash Plan

Cycle-to-work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Work Life Balance initiative

Qualifications

• Must have a full UK Category C driving licence with maximum of 6 penalty points.
• Experience driving within the UK is required.
• Strong customer-focused approach with a professional attitude.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and collect hire equipment to and from customer sites.
• Safely load and unload equipment, ensuring it is secure.
• Carry out vehicle and equipment checks to maintain safety.

Skills

Customer-focused approach

Ability to work independently

Good knowledge of Newport area

Education

Full UK Category C driving licence

Job description

Driver - Category C

Location: Newport
Hours: Monday to Friday, 07:00 - 16:00
Contract: Full Time, 40 hours per week

At Speedy, we're proud to be the UK's leading hire provider, offering the widest range of tools, specialist hire equipment, plant, and support services. Just as important as what we do is how we do it—and our drivers play a vital role in delivering great service to our customers every day.

We're looking for a Category C Driver to join our friendly and hardworking team in Newport. This is a busy, hands‑on role where no two days are the same, and where you'll be a key part of keeping our customers' projects moving.

About the Role

Based at our Newport depot, you'll be responsible for delivering and collecting hire equipment across the local area. As one of the main faces of Speedy, you'll build positive relationships with customers, represent our values, and ensure equipment arrives safely, on time, and ready for use.

Your day-to-day will include:

• Delivering and collecting hire equipment to and from customer sites within the local area.
• Safely loading and unloading equipment, ensuring it is secure and transported correctly.
• Carrying out vehicle and equipment checks to maintain safety and compliance.
• Providing a friendly, professional service to customers and answering basic queries where needed.
• Working closely with depot colleagues to support daily operations and schedules.
• Accurately completing delivery paperwork and using company systems.
• Working safely at all times and supporting Speedy's ESG Strategy - Decade to Deliver, including responsible and sustainable working practices.

This role involves being active, spending time outdoors, and working in all weather conditions‑ideal for someone who enjoys variety and staying on the move.

What We're Looking For

To help you succeed in this role, you'll need:

• A full UK Category C driving licence (maximum of 6 penalty points).
• Experience driving within the UK.
• Good knowledge of the local Newport area.
• A strong customer‑focused approach and professional attitude.
• The ability to work independently and manage your time effectively.
• A positive, can‑do mindset and pride in your work.

A Bit About You

• Friendly, upbeat, and self‑motivated.
• A natural people‑person who enjoys meeting customers.
• Comfortable with walking, manual handling, and working outdoors in all conditions.
• Someone who values teamwork and has a strong sense of community.
• Reliable, safety‑conscious, and committed to delivering a great service.

What You'll Get in Return

• 26 days holiday, plus bank holidays.
• Life assurance.
• Pension scheme.
• Canteen facilities (where available).
• A generous 95% discount across the Speedy brand.
• Ongoing training, development, and career progression opportunities.
• Voluntary Health Cash Plan.
• My Staff Shop, offering discounts across a wide range of retailers.
• Green Commute Initiative - cycle‑to‑work scheme.
• PAM - Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), providing free and confidential support for wellbeing, legal, financial, and personal matters.
• An industry‑leading Work Life Balance initiative, supporting colleague wellbeing and more balanced working patterns.

We also offer a Career Line of Sight, giving you clear visibility of progression and development opportunities across the Speedy Group.

Additional Information

We may close this vacancy early if we receive a high number of applications, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Some roles within The Speedy Group UK & Ireland may require a DBS, credit, or security clearance check.

Speedy is an equal opportunity employer, welcoming applications from all backgrounds. All roles require proof of the right to work in the UK before starting employment.

You can view our ESG Governance policies here:
https://www.speedyservices.com/esg/governance