HGV Class 2 Driver – South West

Star Platforms; Bridgwater; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company profit share scheme

Contributory pension scheme

Life Assurance

Cycle2Work

Job summary

Star Platforms Ltd is expanding its transport fleet and is seeking an HGV Class 2 qualified driver to operate from our Bridgwater depot. You will deliver and collect powered access equipment, maintain vehicle safety checks, and act as an ambassador for the company.

The role offers sociable hours with no overnight stays, training provided for the right candidate, and a focus on work-life balance along with pension and life assurance benefits.

Qualifications

• HGV Class 2 licence and Driver CPC required.
• Experience with multi-drops preferred; full training provided.
• Strong customer service and safety awareness.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and collect powered access equipment safely.
• Load/unload equipment and secure loads.
• Perform daily and weekly vehicle checks.
• Maintain high safety standards and professional conduct.

Skills

Customer service

Pressure handling

Multi-drops experience

Tools

HGV Class 2 licence

Driver CPC

Job description

Due to the expansion of our transport fleet, we are currently seeking an HGV Class 2 qualified driver to work out of our Bridgwater depot in the South West, carrying out deliveries and collections in a safe, compliant, and professional manner.

Star Platforms Ltd is one of the fastest-growing powered access hire companies in the UK, dedicated to providing safe, agile, and sustainable services. With seven strategically located depots, we offer powered access platform hire, sales, and training to individuals and businesses across the country.

Due to the expansion of our transport fleet, we are currently seeking an HGV Class 2 qualified driver to work out of our Bridgwater depot in the Southwest, carrying out deliveries and collections in a safe, compliant, and professional manner. We offer sociable hours with no overnight stays or late evenings, helping you achieve a work-life balance. You will be driving a 32t HGV rigid with no national or long-haul deliveries.

The Role:

• To deliver and collect powered access equipment (cherry pickers and scissor lifts) in a safe professional manner
• To ensure the security of the load when loading/unloading, transporting and delivering equipment
• To carry out daily and weekly vehicle checks
• To be an ambassador for the Company ensuring Health and Safety standards and best safe working practices are adhered to always

The ideal candidate will:

• Ideally have previous experience of multi-drops
• Preferably have previous experience in transporting, loading and unloading plant/construction equipment. However full training will be provided for the right candidate
• Understand the importance of excellent customer service
• Work well under pressure

Required licences or certifications:

• HGV Class 2 licence
• Driver CPC

What We Offer

• Company profit share scheme
• Contributory pension scheme
• Life Assurance
• Cycle2Work