HGV Driver - Class 2

GCS Associates; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Profit Bonus

Great annual leave schemes

Enhanced pension

Christmas shutdown

CPC Training Provided

Life Assurance Scheme

Health Cash Plan - Salary Sacrifice

PPE provided

Job summary

EH Smith seeks a Class 2 HIAB/HGV driver for its Coventry branch. You will perform multi-drop deliveries of building materials in a safe, professional manner, with sociable hours and no overnights. Competitive £38,000 salary, pension, generous holidays and a supportive company culture.

Join a long-established builder's merchant, receive CPC training, and enjoy profit-related bonus opportunities as part of a collaborative team dedicated to customer service and safety.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid HGV category C licence.
• HIAB/ALLMI certificate or training preferred.
• Safe, professional multi-drop deliveries of building materials.

Responsibilities

• Operate HGV and HIAB equipment in line with licence and company requirements.
• Assist with loading/unloading of materials safely.
• Drive according to delivery schedules and keep accurate records of times, mileage and hours.

Skills

HGV category C license

HIAB experience

Education

HIAB/ALLMI certificate

Job description

Role: Class 2 Driver / HGV Driver / Category C (HIAB)

Employer: EH Smith

Sector: Building Materials - Builders Merchants - Construction

Location: Coventry

Salary: £38,000

HGV Driver (Class 2) - Coventry

Full Time, Permanent

Competitive salary - No unsocial hours - Company Profit Bonus - Great annual leave schemes - Enhanced pension - Enhanced family leave pay - Christmas shutdown - Caring and supportive company culture

We have a great opportunity for an HGV Driver to join the team at our Coventry branch. You will be making multi-drop deliveries of building materials around the local area in a safe and professional manner.

Hours

Sociable hours - no overnight stays or late evenings

5 hours per week Monday-Friday

Start and Finish times could be 7:30am-5:00pm / 7:00am-4:30pm / 6:30am-4:00pm

Participation in the Saturday Morning Rota - working alternate Saturdays mornings

Benefits of a Class 2 HIAB driver

• Permanent, full-time employment (part time may be considered upon request)
• Salary: £38,000
• Company Profit Share Bonus (dependant on company performance)
• Enhanced company pension scheme - Salary sacrifice
• 25 days' paid holiday + 8 paid Bank Holidays
• Length of Service annual leave increases up to 30 days + bank holidays
• Flexible Holiday Scheme - buy or sell extra holiday up to 3 days
• Paid Christmas shutdown between Christmas and New Year
• Enhanced paternity and maternity pay
• CPC Training Provided
• Colleague discounts
• Life Assurance Scheme
• Health Cash Plan - Salary Sacrifice
• Company workwear/PPE provided
• Employee Support Line & Mental Health First Aiders

Key tasks of a Class 2 HIAB driver will include:

Operate HGV and associated equipment in line with licence, competence and company requirements

Assisting with loading / unloading of HGV vehicles in a safe manner

Driving an HGV vehicle in accordance with delivery schedule

Maintaining records of journey times, mileage and hours worked

Delivering a safe, first-class service to our customers, both trade and retail

Conducting daily vehicle checks and reporting defects

Operating a tachograph in line with current legislation

Health & Safety awareness/adherence

Person & Skills

We are looking for a positive, confident, professional and safety-focused individual who wants to provide our customers with service that goes above and beyond.

The successful candidate will need to hold an HGV category C license.

A HIAB/ALLMI certificate and HIAB experience are preferable.

About Us

With over a century of experience in the construction industry, we're proud to be one of the UK's largest independent builders' merchants. Our network of branches across the Midlands and South-East offer a wide range of building materials and expert advice to everyone from national housebuilders to local tradespeople and DIY enthusiasts.

We have a deep-rooted commitment to our people and communities, and giving back is core to who we are. Each year we donate a portion of our profits to the EH Smith Charitable Trust, supporting local charities and not-for-profit organisations that make a real difference in the communities we serve.

Our People

At the heart of our business are our colleagues, and that's why we champion a people-first culture that is caring, respectful and genuinely supportive. We prioritise our colleagues' well-being and growth, fostering a culture where individuals feel valued, supported, and empowered to reach their full potential.

We believe that learning never stops, and so we actively invest in the development of our colleagues, providing opportunities to grow and thrive in an inclusive, positive environment. Whether someone is just starting their journey with us or looking to take the next step, we provide the tools, encouragement, and opportunities to help them grow and thrive.