Job description
Smiths Equipment Hire Ltd are the Northwest's Largest Independent Equipment Hire company with 16 ‘Hire It Centres’ located across the region.
We supply all types of customers in all types of business, specialising in many types of equipment, including; plant and machinery to the construction and industrial sectors. A large fleet of delivery vehicles are able to supply almost any type of equipment that is requested.
As an 3.5T Equipment Delivery Driver your responsibilities will be:
- To carry out deliveries and collections to our customers in a professional manner
- Demonstrate exceptional customer service skills in all aspects of the of the working day
- Drive the company vehicle responsibly and safely; obeying at all times the traffic laws and highway code
- An Equipment Delivery Driver must carry out daily and weekly vehicle checks ensuring any defects found are reported to the Fleet Manager
- Keep an accurate record of deliveries and collections using delivery documentation
- Ensure that any equipment on the vehicle is secured and protected where necessary
- Maintain product knowledge in order to demonstrate to customers where necessary
- Represent the company and their principles of the business and portray a professional and businesslike image to all customers, potential customers and other people you meet in the course of your work.
As an 3.5T Equipment Delivery Driver you must have:
- Experience of driving a 3.5 Tonne dropside vehicle with tail lift
- A proven track record in customer service
- Driving experience in a fast paced environment
- Have an understanding of safe loading and towing process
Working hours: Monday to Friday: 08:00am – 17:00pm and Saturday: 08:00am to 12:00pm on a rotational basis
Benefits what we offer you…
- Salary: Depending on experience
- Weekly pay
- Saturday hours paid at time and a half
- 25 Days plus statutory holidays (33 days in total)
- An extra 2 days holiday after 5 year’s service
- FREE tool hire for all employees - Excluding consumables and delivery
- Life insurance is provided at three times your annual salary
- Pension scheme
- Full uniform provided
- Discounted personal legal services
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Store discount
Experience:
- Delivery Driving: 2 years (preferred)
- Towing: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: One location