Labourer/Driver - Preston

GAP Group Ltd.; Preston; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Labourer Driver to join their dynamic team. This role is pivotal in ensuring the smooth operation of the depot, where you'll be responsible for maintaining a clean and safe environment while managing the delivery and collection of hire equipment. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced setting, demonstrating initiative and attention to detail. With a strong commitment to teamwork, you'll also support your colleagues and contribute to the overall success of the operation. If you're ready to take on a rewarding challenge with a company that values its employees, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Profit share

Loyalty holidays

Staff social fund

Contributory Pension Scheme

Life Assurance

Employee Welfare Fund

Cycle to Work Scheme

Health & Wellness programs

Qualifications

• Experience in a labourer role, preferably in a hire depot environment.
• Strong team player with the ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness and safety in the workshop and yard areas.
• Load, deliver, and collect hire equipment to customer sites.

Skills

Labourer experience

Team player

Attention to detail

Driving licence

CSCS card

Forklift licence

Job description

Gap Group Careers website: All vacancies

Location: United Kingdom, North West, Preston Plant & Tools

Location

PR5 8AQ

Contract hours

42.50

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 tools to our customers across the construction, utilities and infrastructure sectors.

Working in the heart of the depot, the Labourer Driver is responsible for keeping the workshop and yard areas clean and tidy whilst ensuring those areas are clear of any hazards and that tools are stored away correctly. The Labourer Driver is also responsible for ensuring that any plant equipment leaving the depot has been pressure cleaned and refuelled, ready for the customer, whilst updating fuel logs accurately. As a Labourer Driver, your role will also include loading, delivering and collecting hire equipment to and from the customer sites in a timely and professional manner. When on customer sites, there may be a requirement to carry out hire equipment demonstrations and you must ensure that all relevant checks and administration involved for the hire are completed accurately.

About You

Successful candidates should demonstrate the following:

• Previous experience working in a labourer role, preferably within a hire depot/yard environment
• Strong team player who is willing to support their colleagues with additional tasks when required
• Ability to work on your own initiative in a fast-paced depot environment whilst maintaining a high attention to detail
• Full driving licence is essential and a CSCS card and forklift licence are preferable

About Us

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 profit share, loyalty holidays and a staff social fund. 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 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 (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!

All you have to do is upload your CV and complete our short application form and we can take it from there.

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