LGV Driver

Job Title: LGV Driver 

Reports to: Assistant Depot Manager

Type: Full-Time (40 hours), Permanent   

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Location: East Grinstead 

Company Overview 

Power Electrics (Bristol) Ltd. is a leading generator hire company in the UK, specializing in providing reliable, sustainable power solutions for various sectors, such as construction/infrastructure, electrical contractors and utilities, and various other applications. Our commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction has established us as a trusted partner in the industry. 

What truly sets us apart is our people. As an Employee Ownership Trust, our team is at the heart of the organisation. This unique structure fosters a collaborative and supportive workplace, with the company in the hands of the employees who drive the business forward every day.

Job Purpose

This role offers a fantastic opportunity to join the largest privately-owned generator specialist in the UK. As an LGV Driver, you will play a key role in our new South East Depot, supporting the Rental, Sales, and Service teams by delivering and collecting generators and associated equipment.

The ideal candidate will operate a variety of vehicles from our extensive fleet, including 6- and 8-wheeler rigid lorry-loaders with or without drawbar trailers, tractor units with 45’ flatbed trailers, fuel tankers, and 4x4s. Our customer base is diverse, ranging from utility providers to event companies and construction firms. You’ll often visit challenging sites and will be expected to provide top-quality service to our valued customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver and Collect Generators
  Safely transport generators and ancillary equipment for hire to and from customer sites, using any of the varied vehicles in our fleet.
• Load and offload Equipment
  Load and offload generators and associated equipment in our yard or at customer sites, ensuring correct placement according to customer requirements.
• Equipment Setup and Demonstration
  Start generators upon delivery, connect fuel tanks, run initial checks, and provide customers with basic operational guidance.
• Fuel Deliveries
  Deliver fuel to customer sites using fuel tankers or 4x4s with bowsers as required.
• Equipment Check and Security
  Verify that all equipment loaded matches the corresponding paperwork, securing it properly for transport.
• Assist with Cable Management
  Support customers by helping to run out and roll up cables on-site, as necessary.
• Maintenance and Housekeeping
  Assist with basic maintenance tasks when in the yard, including equipment cleaning. Maintain a tidy, safe work environment and comply with the Company Health & Safety Policy, ensuring company vehicles remain clean and organised.
• Compliance with Health and Safety Regulations
  Adhere to relevant regulations such as Tachograph Regulations, European Working Time Directive, and vehicle safety checklists, as well as ISO 9001, ISO 45001, ISO 14001 and ISO 50001 procedures, proactively contributing to our continuous improvement programme.

Skills & Experience 

Essential

• LGV Licence (C+E / Old Class 1)
• Experience with Relevant Vehicle Types: (e.g., rigid wagon with drawbar trailer rated to 44 tons, tractor unit with 45’ flatbed trailer)
• Digital Tachograph Holder
• Flexible Working Hours: Ability to accommodate early starts and late finishes based on business needs.

Desirable

• Lorry Loader Licence (Hook): ALLMI or RTITB preferred, with proven lorry loader experience
• ADR Licence: At least Class 3, Tanks & Packages
• Driver’s CPC Training Certification
• CPCS Card Holder 

OVERTIME RATES

Rates apply to hours worked outside of standard times, as outlined below:

What we offer:

We offer great benefits to all of our staff:

23 days holiday (plus bank holidays) – increasing with length of service

Competitive salary 

EOT Bonus Scheme - You’ll benefit from the company’s success by receiving a share of its profits. This not only recognises your contributions but also develops a strong sense of ownership and motivation, making you an integral part of our journey.

Excellent development and progression opportunities

Company pension scheme

Private medical scheme

Life assurance scheme - with access to more healthcare support and counselling services to help protect employees’ financial, emotional, and physical wellbeing

Our philosophy:

At Power Electrics, we welcome a variety of cultures, experiences, and backgrounds. We ensure that all management decisions made regarding employment are done with fairness and without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, age, disability, or sexual orientation. We are solely committed to adhering to the principles of equal and inclusive employment.

Due to the nature of our work, DBS checks are required, and any offer is dependent on satisfactory references being obtained.

All applicants must be eligible to work in the U.K.

If you do not hear from us within two working weeks, then your application has not been successful on this occasion.

NO AGENCIES