HGV Class 1 - Heavy Haulage​/Low Loaders

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 now seeking a plant delivery and collection driver to operate from our new site in Gloucester. The successful candidate will have a class 1 licence (LGV C+E), drivers CPC and be used to working in a physical and driving role (you will be required to secure loads).

Responsibilities for the job role:

• Delivering and collecting various plant & equipment nationwide
• Responsible for loading & securing all loads (training will be provided)
• Some nights away will be required (not tramping)
• Training will be provided
• Previous experience of plant preferred but not essential.

What can we offer you?

• Life Assurance Scheme
• Free on-site Parking
• Corporate gym membership discount
• Staff discount on skip hire
• Progression opportunities
• 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 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.