HGV Class 1 Driver - Carlisle

Gap Group; Carlisle; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hire solutions company in Carlisle is seeking an experienced HGV Driver to handle the loading, delivering, and collecting of heavy plant equipment. The role requires expertise in HGV operations, a valid driving licence, and excellent customer service skills. You will enjoy competitive salary, annual leave benefits, and opportunities for internal promotion. Join a team dedicated to safety and compliance.

Benefits

Competitive salary and bonus scheme

Up to 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Contributory Pension Scheme

Life Assurance

Employee Welfare Fund

Cycle to Work Scheme

Health & Wellness programs

Qualifications

• Experience loading, delivering, and collecting heavy plant equipment.
• Understanding of Health & Safety protocols.
• Recent experience towing trailers.

Responsibilities

• Load, deliver, and collect heavy plant equipment to customer sites.
• Demonstrate hire equipment as required.
• Complete relevant checks and administration accurately.

Skills

Significant experience in HGV driving

Excellent customer service skills

Strong attention to detail

Education

Class 1 or Class 2 driving licence

Driver CPC with 35 hours completed

Valid Digital Tachograph card

Job description

Our team is the best in the industry - is it time for you to join us?, The role of the HGV Driver involves loading, delivering and collecting of heavy plant equipment to and from the customer sites in a timely and professional manner whilst driving responsibly and safely within the law at all times. When on customer sites, there may be a requirement to carry out hire equipment demonstration and the HGV Driver must ensure that all relevant checks and administration involved for the hire are completed accurately.

From one division, 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.

Qualifications

• Significant experience working within an HGV driving role loading, delivering and collecting heavy plant equipment from customer sites is essential
• Class 1 or Class 2 driving licence, Driver CPC with a minimum of 35 hours completed and valid Digital Tachograph card
• Recent experience of towing trailers is essential
• An understanding of Health & Safety protocols and the ability to follow these guidelines in the workplace
• Excellent customer service skills and strong attention to detail

As a GAP employee, you'll enjoy loads of benefits such as a staff social fund and loyalty holidays. Our in-house Learning & Development Team are dedicated to giving you the skills you need to be your best and as a company we are always keen to promote internally.

Benefits

• 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!