Regional HGV Class 1 Driver

Nationwide Platforms; Bristol; On-site; GBP 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading provider of powered access rental equipment as a Class 1 HGV Driver based in Bristol. This role offers an exciting opportunity to travel across the South West, covering various depots while ensuring excellent customer service and adherence to safety standards. You will receive comprehensive training and a competitive salary of £32,500 plus a regional driver allowance. Enjoy 25 days of holiday, life assurance, health insurance, and access to retail discounts. With a commitment to safety and innovation, this is a fantastic chance to be part of a diverse and inclusive team that values its employees.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Life Assurance

Westfield Health Insurance

Auto Enrolment Pension

Access to Retail Discounts

Night Out Fees Covered

Achievable Annual Bonus

Qualifications

• Must hold an HGV class 1 licence & a full CPC card.
• Experience in driving low loader vehicles preferred but training provided.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload machines following company guidelines.
• Maintain load security during transport and delivery.
• Provide high standard customer care and complete paperwork.

Skills

HGV Class 1 Licence

CPC Card

Customer Service Skills

Health and Safety Awareness

Flexible with Travel

Job description

Regional HGV Class 1 Driver

We are looking for a Class 1 HGV Driver based from our Bristol depot, but providing cover for depots and drivers across the South West.

This is an excellent opportunity to join the UK market leader in powered access. With this role, you will be required to travel and cover the depots where needed across the region. Travel and accommodation arrangements will be paid for by the company when required.

As an HGV class 1 driver, we are looking for people that have the correct licences, hold a CPC card, enjoy dealing with people daily, have excellent customer service skills, and understand the importance of health and safety within an organisation.

In return, you'll receive full training, £32,500 per annum + Regional Driver Allowance of £2000, 25 days holiday + bank holidays, life assurance, Westfield Health Insurance, auto enrolment pension, and access to retail discounts. We also cover night out fees, and there is an achievable annual bonus in place.

Responsibilities include:

• Load and unload machines in accordance with the Company code of practice and use appropriate equipment.
• Maintain security of load when loading, transporting, and delivering machines.
• Handover machines to customers and familiarise customers with machine operation.
• Carry out daily checks on vehicle and ancillary equipment.
• Comply with legislation regarding vehicle safety, tachographs operation, and working time.
• Relay appropriate customer queries to depot staff as required.
• Act as an ambassador for the company, providing a high standard of customer care and being polite at all times.
• Accurately complete all relevant paperwork.

About you:

• You must hold an HGV class 1 licence & a full CPC card.
• Flexible with staying away from home on average three nights per week (accommodation provided).
• Experience of driving a low loader vehicle delivering plant or recovering vehicles is preferred, though full training can be provided.
• An understanding of the importance of customer service is essential as you will be responsible for demonstrating our equipment to customers.
• A demonstrable understanding of HGV vehicle safety and upkeep.

Part of the Loxam Group, Nationwide Platforms are the UK's leading specialist provider of Powered Access rental equipment, with the largest and broadest fleet, local depots spread across the country, and a wealth of experience partnering with companies in a variety of sectors. Our customers can depend on us to provide the right solution to support their every working at height need.

At Nationwide Platforms, your safety is absolutely our priority. Our award-winning BlueSky Solutions and Training division offer our customers access to the latest and safest ways to work. Through long-standing partnerships with our manufacturers, we will always provide equipment that will lead the way to a safer industry. Some of our innovations include the award-winning secondary guarding systems and Harness ON, a range of pioneering Material Handling Attachments (MHAs), and the SkySentry control and monitoring system.

With an established workforce that supports an inclusive and diverse organisation, we are deeply committed to equal opportunities for our existing and prospective employees and recognise that our people are our greatest asset.

For further information please contact the Recruitment Team on 01455 206808.