Van Driver/Relief LGV Driver

LBS Builders Merchants Ltd; Maesteg; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit Share Bonus Scheme

Online discount portal

Employee Care Helpline

Digital GP access

Staff discount scheme

Death in Service benefit

Formal training and career progression

Job summary

LBS Builders Merchants Ltd in Maesteg is seeking an experienced Van Driver/Relief LGV Driver to support branch deliveries and LGV duties when required. You will also assist in yard and warehouse tasks to maintain high service standards.

The role requires a valid LGV Class 2 licence, CPC/Hiab experience preferred, and a strong focus on safety and customer service. A flexible, team-oriented approach and professional appearance are essential.

Qualifications

• Valid LGV Class 2 driving licence is required.
• Up-to-date CPC and Hiab experience would be advantageous.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Team player with a flexible, hands-on attitude.
• Forklift licence is desirable; training can be provided.
• Commitment to health and safety and following procedures.
• Smart, professional appearance at all times.

Responsibilities

• Carry out daily vehicle safety checks and maintain records.
• Safely load, secure, transport, and unload goods.
• Deliver products to customer sites in a professional, timely manner.
• Maintain a clean, roadworthy vehicle at all times.
• Assist with preparing deliveries, picking orders and stock management.
• Support yard and warehouse operations when not driving.
• Provide a high standard of customer service during deliveries.

Skills

LGV Class 2 licence

CPC

Hiab experience

Customer service

Team player

Forklift licence

Health & safety

Smart appearance

Job description

Van Driver/Relief LGV Driver

Location: Maesteg

To support branch delivery operations by carrying out safe, efficient, and professional deliveries using a company van, with the additional responsibility of covering LGV (Class 2) deliveries as required. The role also supports yard, warehouse, and branch operations to ensure high service standards are consistently met.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Carry out daily vehicle safety checks and maintain accurate records.
• Safely load, secure, transport, and unload goods.
• Deliver products to customer sites in a professional, timely, and courteous manner.
• Maintain a clean, roadworthy, and presentable vehicle at all times.
• Assist with preparing deliveries, picking orders, and managing stock.
• Support yard and warehouse operations when not driving.
• Provide a high standard of customer service during deliveries.

As a Relief LGV Driver

• Safely operate company vehicles, following all road laws and company policies.
• Carry out daily vehicle inspections and ensure accurate documentation.
• Secure loads correctly, using tarpaulins and cranes where trained.
• Operate a vehicle-mounted Hi-Ab crane when covering LGV duties.
• Deliver products to customers, ensuring goods are signed for.
• Represent the company on the road with professionalism and courtesy.
• Provide first-class service to every customer

What We’re Looking For

• A valid LGV Class 2 driving licence.
• Up to date CPC and Hiab experience would be advantageous.
• Great customer service and communication skills.
• A team player with a flexible, hands‑on attitude.
• Forklift licence (desirable — training can be provided).
• Commitment to health & safety and following procedures.
• Smart, professional appearance.

What we offer

Some of the benefits of working for us include Profit Share Bonus Scheme, Online discount portal including money off retail brands and holidays, Employee Care Helpline and access to a digital GP, staff discount scheme, Death in Service benefit, formal training and career progression opportunities.

Hours of work:An average of 40.75 hours per week, Monday to Friday between 7.30am – 4.30pm, plus every other Saturday morning from 8.00am until 12.00pm.

Salary: £27,842