Job description
About the role
We currently have an opening for a Class 2 LGV (HGV) Driver to work out of our Bridgwater depot. Providing full support to the depot in the safe delivery and collection of all Groundforce and associated VP business products.
Key Responsibilities
You will be required to ensure all transport related transactions are completed efficiently, accurately and in line with company policies and procedures and customer requirements. You will deliver and collect equipment to and from customers, suppliers and other Vp businesses professionally, safely and on time ensuring the highest quality of customer service along the way.
What we're looking for
Valid full clean driving licence – Essential- Class 2 license (Minimum) with Crane experience – Essential
Certificate of Professional Competence (Driver CPC) – Essential
Digital tachograph card – Essential
Lorry Mounted Cranes (only) - RITB/CPCS/Allmi/NORS accredited or recognised training certificate – Minimum 2 years’ experience – Essential
Valid CSCS Site Visitor Card - Essential
Attendance on a recognised vulnerable road user scheme within the last 2 years – Essential
Good communication and interpersonal skills – Essential
Knowledge of the local & regional geographical area – Advantageous
Working knowledge of construction/housing/civil engineering industry – Advantageous
Experienced in delivering/collecting heavy goods to construction sites – Advantageous
What we can offer you
Competitive salary
Competitive annual bonus scheme
Salary sacrifice pension
22 days holiday, rising to 25 days with service, plus bank holidays
Additional holiday purchase scheme
Free Tool Hire
Life Assurance cover 3x salary
Share save scheme
Eye care vouchers
Recommend a friend scheme
Learning & Development – commitment to upskilling and developing our people, structured in house training available alongside external training where required
Cycle to work scheme
Long service recognition
My Vp discounts – a variety of discounts and rewards on thousands of well-known brands
Discounts on HP products
EE mobile contract discount offers
Gym discounts
Health Shield (discounted premiums on health care cash plan)
Regit Assist 24/7 accident helpline – free joining
A little bit about us
Groundforce is the market-leading rental provider of excavation support systems and specialist products for the water, civil engineering, and construction industries. With a remarkable 60-year heritage, we offer comprehensive shoring and related services.
Operating under the Groundforce banner, we provide a wide range of solutions, including shoring, piling, construction training, temporary bridging, and more. Our goal is to be the convenient one-stop shop for "total solutions" in the construction and civil engineering industry.
At Groundforce, we pride ourselves on our divisions, including Groundforce Shorco, Piletec, Mr Cropper, Stopper Specialists, Groundforce Bridge, and Groundforce Training Services. We continually invest in acquiring associated businesses to enhance our product portfolio and offer reliable and high-quality equipment for our customers.
Excellence is our priority. We hold ISO 9001, 14001, and OHSAS 18001 certifications, demonstrating our commitment to quality, environmental stewardship, and safety.
Join Groundforce, where we deliver exceptional support, innovative solutions, and outstanding customer service. Apply today and be part of our team that takes pride in our industry-leading position.
Vp plc is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills.