We are now recruiting for HGV Class 2 Drivers to join our team. Working on either a skip lorry or refuse collection vehicle to suit you. You will be working from our Gloucester Depot (GL2 7ND).

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.

What can we offer you as a HGV Class 2 Driver?

• £15-17 per hour (dependent on vehicle)

• Permanent contract

• Compliance bonus

• Life Assurance Scheme

• Modern well maintained vehicles

• Free on-site Parking

• Corporate gym membership discount

• Annual Salary Review

• Employee discount (50% on Skip Hire, other discounts on group services)

• Boot allowance

• Paid breaks

• Progression opportunities

• 24 hour unlimited access to mental health support

Responsibilities for HGV Class 2 Driver:

• Carrying out routine vehicle checks

• Making sure that the load is correctly placed and is secure

• Delivery, collecting and removing skips

• Emptying wheelie bins

• Driving HGV refuse vehicle (RCV)

• Maintaining a log book with details of trips, including rest breaks

• Hold a valid CPC 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 HGV class 2 driver role and we will come back to you.