Plant & Tool Hire Driver/Fitter (Class 2)

Huws Gray; Dover; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

Company bonus

Pension and life assurance

Discounts across group brands

Colleague discounts

Training and development

HIAB training

Travel discounts

Job summary

Huws Gray Plant & Tool Hire in Dover is hiring a Plant & Tool Hire Driver/Fitter (Class 2). You will be responsible for delivering, collecting and distributing hire equipment safely, and you’ll work from our branch to support customers and the wider team.

The role involves checking kit and vehicles, keeping the workshop tidy, and developing your HIAB skills through on‑the‑job training, with opportunities to gain recognised qualifications. A valid Class 2 licence is essential.

Qualifications

• Class 2 licence is required.
• HIAB training provided if needed.
• On-the-road delivery experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Check kit and vehicles regularly for safety and proper recording.
• Keep the workshop tidy and look after hire equipment at the branch.
• Deliver and collect equipment, transporting it safely and smoothly.
• Assist customers in a friendly, professional manner.
• Contribute to stock checks and support the team as needed.

Skills

Class 2 licence

Customer service

Tools

HIAB

Job description

Plant & Tool Hire Driver/Fitter (Class 2)

Company: Huws Gray Salary: Not specified Hours: Full-time Location: CT16 3PT Job type: Permanent Posting date: 11 Oct 2026 Closing date: 8 Nov 2026

Plant & Tool Hire Driver Fitter (Class 2) in Dover– On the Road, In the Know, Getting the Job Done

At Huws Gray Plant & Tool Hire, we take pride in providing a high-quality Plant & Tool hire service - and it’s our people who make that possible. Backed by the strength of the Huws Gray Group, we offer our customers the best branded products, expert support, and a friendly, knowledgeable service.

Huws Gray Plant & Tool Hireis on a journey of growth right now, so you’d be joining us at an exciting time with opportunities for development and further progression.

Our Plant & Tool Hire Driver Fitters play a key role in ensuring hire equipment is delivered, collected, and distributed safely and efficiently to our customers. Based out of one of our branches, you’ll be part of a hardworking, team-focused environment where everyone pulls together to provide outstanding service and get the job done right.

What you’ll be doing:

Checking over kit and vehicles regularly, making sure everything’s safe, working properly and recorded correctly

Keeping the workshop tidy and looking after the hire equipment at your branch

Getting equipment where it needs to go - handling deliveries, collections and transporting equipment safely and smoothly

Helping customers out in a friendly, professional way

Chipping in with stock checks and lending a hand wherever the team needs you

We are happy to explore flexible working options. Feel free to chat with us about it during the interview. While we might not be able to meet every request, we’ll always listen with an open mind—and there’s no judgment for asking.

What You’ll Bring:

At Huws Gray Plant & Tool Hire, we know there’s more to you than just a CV. We’re all about celebrating individuality and the different strengths everyone brings to the team. We’ll give you the training and support you need to thrive as a Hire Driver Fitter - you just need to bring a positive attitude and have a Class 2 licence to get started.

What’s in it for you:

We believe great work should be recognised and rewarded. Here’s what you can expect:

A strong annual leave allowance, alongside your bank holidays

Company bonus scheme, based on performance

Contributory pensionand life assurance

Discounts on high street retailers, supermarkets, restaurants, gyms and cinemas

Colleague discountacross our group brands

Attraction and travel discounts

Training and developmentprogrammes to support your growth, including your Class 2 licence in some of our locations

We offer on-the-job training and opportunities to work towards recognised qualifications, including apprenticeships.

We’ll support you to gain your HIAB certification if you don’t already have it. Training will be provided by us, and you’ll become fully qualified to operate HIAB equipment. A training agreement will apply, meaning if you leave the business within a set period after completing the training, you’ll be required to repay the cost

At Huws Gray, we believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce makes us stronger, smarter and better at serving our customers.

We’re proud to be an equal opportunities employer and we are committed to creating a respectful and inclusive workplace, whether you’re based in one of our branches, on the road or in one of our offices.

If you need any adjustments to support you through the application or interview process, please let us know.

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