Driver/Labourer - Bournemouth

GAP Group Ltd.; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Driver Labourer to join their Welfare Services division. This role involves ensuring the cleanliness and readiness of equipment, loading, delivering, and collecting hire units, and performing maintenance tasks. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, showcasing strong teamwork and attention to detail. With a commitment to employee development and a range of attractive benefits, this opportunity promises a rewarding career path in a supportive and dynamic setting.

Benefits

Competitive salary and bonus scheme

Up to 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Option to buy up to 5 days additional leave

Contributory Pension Scheme

Life Assurance

Employee Welfare Fund

Cycle to Work Scheme

Health & Wellness programs

Qualifications

• Experience in a labourer role, preferably in a hire depot environment.
• Strong initiative and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness of workshop and yard areas, ensuring safety.
• Load, deliver, and collect hire equipment to/from customer sites.
• Service, clean, and maintain portable toilets and welfare units.

Skills

Labourer experience

Team player

Attention to detail

Full driving licence

CSCS card

Forklift licence

Job description

United Kingdom, South West, Bournemouth Welfare

Location

BH21 7PF

Requester

Number of Positions

1

Contract Hours

42.50

About the Role

Our Welfare Services division hires a range of portable chemical toilets and ADA approved wheelchair access units alongside mobile eco welfare units.

The Driver Labourer is responsible for keeping the workshop and yard areas clean and tidy, ensuring those areas are clear of any hazards and that tools are stored away correctly. The Driver Labourer is also responsible for ensuring that any equipment leaving the depot has been pressure cleaned and is ready for the customer, while updating fuel logs accurately. This role includes loading, delivering, and collecting hire equipment to and from customer sites in a timely and professional manner. When on customer sites, there may be a requirement to carry out hire equipment demonstrations, and you must ensure that all relevant checks and administration involved for the hire are completed accurately.

Please note - this role will include the service, cleaning, and maintenance of portable toilets and welfare units.

About You

Successful candidates should demonstrate the following:

• Previous experience working in a labourer role, preferably within a hire depot/yard environment
• Strong team player who is willing to support their colleagues with additional tasks when required
• Ability to work on your own initiative in a fast-paced depot environment while maintaining a high attention to detail
• Full driving licence is essential; a CSCS card and forklift licence are preferable.

About Us

GAP Hire Solutions now has 10 divisions offering the hire of equipment throughout the UK. We're looking to recruit the best talent the industry has to offer to help us grow even further. As a GAP employee, you'll enjoy loads of benefits such as profit share, loyalty holidays, and a staff social fund. Our in-house Learning & Development Team is dedicated to giving you the skills you need to be your best, and as a company, we are always keen to promote internally.

Benefits Include:

• Competitive salary and bonus scheme
• Up to 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• The option to buy up to 5 days additional leave
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Life Assurance
• Employee Welfare Fund (Company-funded social events)
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Health & Wellness (Well-being Hub, Employee Assistance Helpline, Annual Flu Jab)

So what next?

If you fit the profile and are up for the challenge, we would love to hear from you! To apply, all you need to do is upload your CV and complete our short application form, and we'll take it from there.

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