HGV Class 2 Driver – Cardiff

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 responsible and hard-working class 2 driver to join our team of drivers based from our depot in Penarth.

What can we offer you?

Compliance bonus scheme

Life Assurance Scheme

Free on-site Parking

Corporate gym membership discount

Staff discount on skip hire

Progression opportunities

Unlimited access to mental health support

Responsibilities for the job role:

• Delivering, removing and exchanging skips and or hook bins
• Driving HGV refuse vehicle (RCV) if required and carrying out collections of wheelie bins at commercial properties
• 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. 

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