About this role
Who are we?
Smiths (Gloucester) Ltd is a family run business owned and run by the Smith family since 1982. Smiths has grown from a single owner-operated plant hire company to a multifaceted group with family values still firmly at the heart of each project undertaken. With depots in Avonmouth, Cardiff, Gloucester, Stonehouse, Tewkesbury and Wantage we operate predominately across the South-West of England and South Wales. We specialise in Construction, Waste Management, Plant Hire, Demolition and Transport operations.
We are looking for a class 2 driver to join our team at our Wantage Depot. You will be required to drive a Hook lorry and work in and around the Oxfordshire area.
What can we offer you as HGV Class 2 Driver?
Hourly Rate: £16.00 p/h
Plenty of overtime available (up to 60 hours a week in line by EU driver regulations)
Modern well maintained lorry
Compliance bonus
Life Assurance Scheme
Free on-site Parking
Corporate gym membership discount
Staff discount on skip hire
Progression opportunities
Earn Additional Annual Leave with Length of Service
Holidays 28 days including banks
Unlimited access to mental health support
Responsibilities for the HGV Driver: You will also be eligible for a compliance bonus scheme To be successful for this opportunity you must:
Delivering, removing and exchanging skips
Carrying out routine vehicle checks
Making sure that the load is correctly placed and is secure
Maintaining a log book with details of trips, including rest breaks
Have at least one year HGV Class 2 experience
Hold a valid DCPC and Category C licence
Be reliable, punctual and self-motivated
Have a great attitude and strong work ethic
Be capable and confident in your ability.
What are our core values?
If these values align with yours you are in the right place!
Honesty - We believe that honesty in all matters is the best policy.
Family values - We operate as a family unit with high moral standards, discipline and respect.
Hardworking - We are certain that nothing is impossible if you work hard enough at it.
Reliability - We pride ourselves on not letting people down and being true to our word.
Environmental sustainability - We aim to minimise the impact that our company has on the environment by reducing emissions and waste, and recycling a large proportion of our waste (90% plus). We truly believe in a greener future for generations to come.
Please apply if you are interested in this role and we will come back to you.