As one of the largest construction and waste management companies in the South West, Smiths has generations of experience – built on a reputation of trust, excellence and commitment.
Specialising in demolition, construction and asbestos removal; transport and plant hire; skip and commercial waste management.
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 and Tewkesbury we operate predominately across the South-West of England. We specialise in Construction, Waste Management, Plant Hire, Demolition and Transport operations.
Responsibilities for the job role:
* The successful candidate will preferably have previous experience in driving tippers.
* You will be primarily driving fully and thoroughly maintained Scania tippers, following a one week on-boarding induction with a senior driver.
* You will be required to drive other vehicles if the need arises. Including but not limited to sweepers & skip lorries. This will only be after full training is provided.
* The successful candidate will maintain a high standard to cleanliness and safety with any vehicle that is provided. We pay a compliance bonus based on safety and driver compliance.
* To complete work that is allocated to you in a productive and timely manner, ensuring the needs and requirements of our clients are met, whilst adhering to Road Transport legislation and fulfilling the Company's obligations.
* Be technology literate to work on phones and tablets in order to record work.
* The successful candidate will have a good attitude, be prepared to work hard and be flexible.
* Candidates must hold a valid DCPC and a current Category C licence, MPQC/EPIC card desirable.
* The successful candidate must be capable of communicating at all levels and understanding written and verbal instructions.
What can we offer you?
* Average salary: £36,000
* Drivers are offered the chance to work up to 60 hours per week (in line by EU driver regulations)
* New Scania Tipper
* Compliance bonus (£300 every 3 months if achieved)
* Life Assurance Scheme
* Free on-site Parking
* Corporate gym membership discount
* Staff discount on skip hire
* Progression opportunities
* Holidays 28 days including banks
* Unlimited access to mental health support
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 minimize 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.
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.