Driver/Technician: Deliver, Demonstrate & Service Equipment

Vp plc; Pennington; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bank Holidays off

Salary sacrifice pension

Life Assurance 3x salary

Cycle to work scheme

Long service recognition

My VP discounts

Discounts on HP products

EE mobile discounts

Health Shield

Job summary

Groundforce, part of the VP Group, is seeking a Driver/Technician for our busy depot to handle receipt, preparation, testing and despatch of equipment, and to deliver, demonstrate, and collect specialist gear to customers and suppliers. You will ensure safe, professional, on-time service and support depot operations with strong customer focus.

The role combines equipment maintenance, driving, and customer interaction to ensure smooth service delivery, with responsibilities including vehicle

Qualifications

• Valid UK driving licence is required.
• Basic numeracy and literacy skills are essential.
• Educated to a reasonable standard.
• Knowledge of the local area is advantageous.
• Ability to maintain and check equipment effectively.
• Experience in or awareness of the tool or hire industry is desirable.
• Strong communication and customer service skills are essential.
• Ability to complete paperwork accurately and follow procedures.
• Commitment to safe working practices and company policies.

Responsibilities

• Deliver, demonstrate, and collect equipment safely and professionally.
• Liaise with sales and depot teams to meet customer requirements.
• Maintain and service equipment to minimum quality standards.
• Conduct daily vehicle checks and report defects.
• Keep the depot organised, clean, and secure.
• Complete hire documentation accurately and on time.
• Identify potential new customers or sites and notify your line manager.
• Load and transport equipment safely in line with legislation.
• Follow health and safety procedures and report concerns.
• Carry out other duties to support depot operations.

Skills

Valid UK driving licence

Numeracy & literacy

Education to reasonable standard

Local area knowledge

Equipment maintenance & checks

Industry experience (tool/hire)

Customer service skills

Paperwork accuracy

Safe working practices

Job description

Groundforce, part of the VP Group, is seeking a Driver/Technician for our busy depot to handle receipt, preparation, testing and despatch of equipment, and to deliver, demonstrate, and collect specialist gear to customers and suppliers. You will ensure safe, professional, on-time service and support depot operations with strong customer focus.

The role combines equipment maintenance, driving, and customer interaction to ensure smooth service delivery, with responsibilities including vehicle