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HGV Driver Class 2

Gap Group
Full-time
On-site
United Kingdom
HGV Driver

General information

Reference

008824  

Publication start date

14/05/2025

Job description

Drivers

Post description

Driver - HGV Class 2

Division

Plant & Tools - Driver

Title

HGV Driver Class 2

Contract type

Permanent Full Time

Location

United Kingdom, Scotland, Elgin Plant & Tools

Location

IV30 1XZ

Number of positions to be provided

1

Employment Details

Contract hours

42.50

About the role

The Role

• Deliver & collect plant to/from customers ensuring accurate completion of paperwork (obtaining authorised signatures/noting damages/fuel levels/correct plant numbers) and demonstration of kit
• You will be responsible for training existing HGV Drivers on safe loading and unloading of vehicles – training will be provided by RoSPA and you will receive an NPORS qualification in loading and unloading
• Basic vehicle maintenance/ensuring roadworthiness and safety of vehicle (carry out daily vehicle checks in accordance with Group procedures)
• Check plant against paperwork received from hire desk prior to delivery
• Safe loading/unloading of all plant and equipment onto/from GAP vehicles
(strapping/chaining/roping)
• Tag up damaged machines on return to depot and locate in correct area within depot yard/workshop.
• Where applicable ensure digital Tachos are used and downloaded in line with current legislation
• Abide by customer Health & Safety rules when on site
• Carry out any other reasonable duties as deemed necessary by the relevant Foreman or Depot Manager

About You

• 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 Us

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.

From 1 division, 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.