HGV Class 2 Driver - Leeds

Buckhurst Plant Hire; Borough of Rossendale; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Buckhurst Plant Hire seeks an HGV Class 2 Driver based in Leeds. This role involves the delivery and collection of plant equipment across the UK. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills and a full UK HGV Licence. Attractive salary negotiable based on experience, plus benefits including a bonus scheme and pension.

Benefits

On-site parking

Provided van and mobile phone

28 days holiday including bank holidays

Bonus scheme

Pension

Qualifications

• Must have previous experience in a similar role.
• Experience in moving plant & equipment.
• Understanding of load restraining and safe loads.

Responsibilities

• Deliver, collect, and transport equipment throughout the UK.
• Adhere to safety policies at all times.
• Maintain vehicles to a very high standard.

Skills

Excellent communication

Organisational skills

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Buckhurst Plant Hire Leeds is recruiting for a HGV Class 2 Driver, based around the Leeds area.

About Us

Buckhurst Plant Hire was established in 1993 by the Walsh family. From our humble beginnings in a small yard with only a handful of machines as our offering, the company has grown phenomenally in size since then. Buckhurst, with an annual turnover of £15 million, is now operating from several depots across the UK and Scotland with over 3000 pieces of machinery and plant

Buckhurst now employs over 100 dedicated people across our depots and field-based roles, while working hard to retain that small business family feel from the early ’90s.

During this time, Buckhurst has developed a strong reputation in the industry for supplying quality plant equipment at very competitive prices. We are distinguished by our outstanding levels of customer service, and this has underpinned our growth as well as ensuring a loyal customer base who have relied on Buckhurst for their equipment time and time again.

The company has established itself by working to four brand values, these are Reliability, Trust, Outstanding Service, and Local to You.

Our mission statement is to be the customers’ first choice for rental equipment—delivering a top level of service wherever and whenever required through a working culture and environment that allows our staff to develop and make decisions. In doing so, they will share in the growth and prosperity of our business.

What’s it like to work for us?

We are a very down-to-earth and fun bunch at Buckhurst, and every depot has its own personality and culture. Everyone has an important role to play within this family-run business, whereby you’re not just a number and you’re expected to roll your sleeves up and “muck in” so to speak, so you may need a pair of wellies in our plant yards!

Location:

Leeds

Attractive Salary

Negotiable dependent upon experience & qualifications plus quarterly bonus and pension.

Role

HGV Class 2 Driver

Outline Of Responsibilities

The principal role of the HGV Driver is to deliver our own and customers' plant equipment. This includes equipment such as Excavators from 1T to 50T, Site Dumpers, Telescopic Handlers, Rollers, Tractors, and Agricultural and Specialist Equipment (please see our website for further information.

Your Responsibilities

• Deliver, collect, and transport equipment throughout the UK.
• Adhere to our safety policies at all times.
• Maintain vehicles to a very high standard.
• Follow the procedures and guidelines to ensure compliance with our ISO9001 quality management system.
  
  

The Professional Experience We Would Like You To Demonstrate

• Must have previous experience in a similar role.
• Experience in moving plant & equipment.
• Experience and understanding of load restraining and safe loads.
  
  

Some Of The Skills You Will Have

• A full UK HGV Licence (C+E)
• Excellent communication & organisational skills
• A Class 1 licence is preferred but not essentials
  
  

What’s in it for you?

We offer competitive salaries in the industry and treat our staff fairly and as individual people - we really look after you. We don’t hold anyone back and there are many examples of employee promotions within the business and a lot of our employees have been with us for many years. We like to train and develop our staff to get the best from them and in return for your hard work and commitment, we provide a safe, fun, relaxed, and flexible work environment for you to succeed.

Experience

Driving: 3 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification

• Category CE Licence (required)
• CPCS Card (preferred)
  
  

Job Types

Permanent, Full-time

Benefits

• On-site parking
• You will be provided with a van and mobile phone
• You will receive 28 days holiday, including bank holidays
• Bonus scheme and pension.
  
  

Schedule

• 10 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
  
  

How To Apply

• Apply via Indeed
• Call: 01132 706 000
• Email: [e-mail]

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Construction

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