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.
We are looking for a class 2 driver to join our team at our Avonmouth Depots. You will be required to drive a skip lorry and work in and around the Bristol area.
What can we offer you?
* Average salary: £38,900
* Drivers are offered the chance to work up to 60 hours per week (in line by EU driver regulations)
* Modern well maintained lorry
* 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
Responsibilities for the job role:
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.