HVG Class 2 Driver - Birmingham

Gap Group; Highgate; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A national equipment hire company in Highgate is seeking an HGV Driver to load, deliver, and collect heavy plant equipment. Candidates must possess a Class 2 driving licence and experience with towing trailers. The role offers a competitive salary, up to 25 days of annual leave, and various health and wellness benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary and bonus scheme

Up to 25 days annual leave

Contributory Pension Scheme

Employee Welfare Fund

Health & Wellness benefits

Qualifications

• Significant experience as an HGV driver for heavy plant equipment.
• Class 2 driving licence and valid Digital Tachograph card required.
• Experience towing trailers is essential.

Responsibilities

• Load, deliver, and collect heavy plant equipment from sites.
• Demonstrate hire equipment when necessary.
• Complete relevant checks and administration accurately.

Skills

Customer service skills

Health & Safety understanding

Attention to detail

Job description

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 the 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 demonstration and the HGV Driver must ensure that all relevant checks and administration involved for the hire are completed accurately.

Requirements

• 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 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 GAP Hire Solutions

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 loads of benefits such as a staff social fund and loyalty holidays. Our in‑house Learning & Development Team are dedicated to giving you the skills you need to be your best and as a company we are always keen to promote internally.

Benefits

• 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 (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!