Hire Driver/Fitter (Class 2)

Huws Gray Group.; Sudbury; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits at a brand-new location in Sudbury! Join a forward-thinking company as a Hire Driver/Fitter, where your skills will contribute to a growing team dedicated to providing top-quality plant and tool hire. This role involves ensuring the maintenance and safety of the hire fleet, serving customers with excellence, and being part of a vibrant workplace culture that values individuality. With genuine opportunities for career development and a supportive environment, this position is perfect for those looking to make a significant impact while enjoying a rewarding career path.

Benefits

Company bonus scheme

31 days annual leave

Opportunities for skill development

Full training

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role is essential.
• Strong work ethic and willingness to succeed.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine checks on equipment and vehicles.
• Maintain hire fleet to company and legal standards.
• Serve customers efficiently and safely.

Skills

Class 2 licence

Customer service

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Job description

Hire Driver/Fitter with Class 2 Licence at Sudbury Hirebase

Exciting news—our brand-new location in Sudbury is set to open in early 2025!

As part of our expansion, we’re on the lookout for a passionate and driven Hire Driver/Fitter to join the team at this cutting-edge Depot. At HIREBASE, we take pride in offering an extensive range of top-quality plant and tool hire, designed to meet the needs of everyone—from skilled tradespeople to DIY enthusiasts and self-builders. With over 90 branches across the nation and big plans for future growth, we’re eager to welcome self-motivated individuals who are ready to be a part of our exciting journey!

Here’s what you can expect to do as a Hire Driver/Fitter (Class 2) with Hirebase:

• Carry out appropriate equipment and vehicle checks on a routine basis
• Ensure hire fleet is maintained and repaired to the company and legal standards
• Ensure all hire fleet maintenance records are kept up to date
• Keep Hirebase workshop safe, clean, and tidy to company standards
• Have responsibility for the hire fleet within your branch
• Safeguard against theft of company goods
• Complete distribution of hire equipment using company vehicles
• Follow and maintain company transport policies
• Serve customers efficiently, safely, and to the company policies and procedures
• Complete stock takes as required
• Complete other branch duties as requested by members of the branch management team

We know you are more than just a CV, and embracing everybody’s individuality is what makes us great as a team. We are looking for someone with previous experience in a similar role, the will to succeed, and the work ethic to lead and be part of a winning team. You will need a Class 2 licence to be able to carry out this role.

Hours: Monday – Friday 7.30am – 5pm and alternate Saturday mornings 8am-12pm

What’s in it for me?

• Company bonus scheme
• 31 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
• Genuine opportunities to develop your skills and grow your career
• Full training

What do I need?

We’re focused on getting the basics right because we know how much value this adds to our business and we’re full of energy and enthusiasm for what we do. They’re our magic ingredients, and they’re what we look for in our people.

About Us

Hirebase is part of the Huws Gray Group. Huws Gray was established on Anglesey with a single merchant branch employing 5 people in 1990. Since then, we have grown to a Group of companies with around 4,800 colleagues, trading from over 300 different locations in Wales, England, and Scotland.

Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams. We celebrate our differences and encourage everyone to be themselves at work.