HGV Class 2 driver - Leith

GAP Group Limited; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated HGV Class 2 driver to join their dynamic team in Edinburgh. This role involves the timely loading and delivery of heavy plant equipment across various customer sites, ensuring compliance with health and safety protocols. With a commitment to employee development, the company offers a competitive salary, generous leave options, and a supportive work environment. If you have a passion for driving and customer service, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

Competitive salary and bonus scheme

Up to 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Option to buy additional leave

Contributory Pension Scheme

Life Assurance

Employee Welfare Fund

Cycle to Work Scheme

Health & Wellness benefits

Qualifications

• Must have significant experience in HGV driving roles.
• Class 2 licence and Driver CPC with completed hours required.

Responsibilities

• Load, deliver, and collect heavy plant equipment responsibly.
• Conduct hire equipment demonstrations on customer sites.

Skills

HGV driving experience

Customer service skills

Attention to detail

Health & Safety understanding

Towing trailers experience

Education

Class 2 driving licence

Driver CPC (minimum 35 hours)

Valid Digital Tachograph card

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About The Role

Our team is the best in the industry – is it time for you to join us?

The Role

Our nationwide Plant and Tool division hires a range of equipment including diggers, dumpers, and small power tools to our customers across the construction, utilities, and infrastructure sectors.

The role of the HGV Driver involves loading, delivering, and collecting heavy plant equipment to and from 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 demonstrations, and the HGV Driver must ensure that all relevant checks and administration involved for the hire are completed accurately.

About You

Successful applicants should demonstrate the following:

• Significant experience working within an HGV driving role loading, delivering, and collecting heavy plant equipment from customer sites
• Class 2 driving licence, Driver CPC with a minimum of 35 hours completed, and a 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

About Us

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. As a GAP employee, you'll enjoy benefits such as a staff social fund and loyalty holidays. Our in-house Learning & Development Team is dedicated to giving you the skills you need to excel, and we promote internally whenever possible.

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 benefits (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, simply upload your CV and complete our short application form and we will take it from there.

GAP GROUP IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER

Seniority level

• Not Applicable

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries

• Construction