Elliotts Builders Merchant

Regional HGV Driver Class 2

Elliotts Builders Merchant  •  Southsea, GB (Onsite)  •  10 days ago
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Job Description

Job type: Full time

Hours: 42.5 hours per week


We're busier than ever and need extra drivers! Step in and start driving with us today

Fed up of working every Saturday? Ready to Drive Your Career Forward?

Our Drivers are on the front line when it comes to our customers, they therefore must be able to demonstrate a high standard of customer service in line with the Elliotts “help you build” ethos.

We’re looking for someone who’s great with people and really takes pride in what they do yet isn’t afraid of some good old fashioned hard work.

Your role as a regional driver would mean you would support a network of local branches during their time of need. So this is a great opportunity for someone who is looking for more variety in their day-to-day role in a long standing business that looks after it’s people.

The Role

Our Drivers are the face of our business and are on the frontline when it comes to our customers. They're a friendly bunch, passionate about giving a great customer experience.

Responsibilities

  • Multi drop deliveries of building materials to customers; both building sites and residential addresses

  • Supporting a network of local branches as and when required

  • We're a team so if needed, help the yard team and support the branch team.

  • The customer is always our priority, and we'll go the extra mile to do whatever it takes

Requirements:

  • Cat C license (essential)

  • HIAB/lorry loader certificate (preferable- if not we can provide the training)

  • Counter Balance Forklift license (preferable - would be a distinct advantage)

  • High standards of customer service

  • Committed to maintaining high standards of driver compliance

  • Ability to travel to any branch within our network (mileage paid)

  • Flexible approach, willing and able to work within multiple teams

  • Friendly and professional manner

  • Good communication skills

Take a look at what it's like to be an LGV driver at Elliotts – watch the video here!

https://youtu.be/T9BjGehxQ0A

About Elliotts

Elliotts is an independent builders’ merchant serving customers across the South of England. Founded in 1842, we remain family owned and focused on doing things properly.

We keep things straightforward - know our customers, work safely, deliver reliably, and support each other as a team. Decisions are made locally, close to the work.

The business is led by Tom, the great-great-great grandson of the founder. That long-term, hands-on approach shapes how we operate and how we look after our people.

Many of our team build long careers here. It’s a stable, supportive environment where people take pride in their work and back each other day to day.

Who are you?

At Elliotts the customer comes first, and we take ownership. We believe everyone who works here should demonstrate our core behaviours:

  • Friendly

  • Enthusiastic

  • Professional

  • Interested

  • Attentive

  • Helpful

What’s in it for me?

  • Annual profit share scheme

  • 24/7 wellbeing support

  • Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay

  • 22 days holiday

  • Unlimited training

  • Staff discounts

  • Christmas Hamper

  • Monthly Pizza on us

  • Company pension

Elliotts Builders Merchant

About Elliotts Builders Merchant

Founded in 1842, Elliotts is one of the oldest family businesses in the South. It has builders merchant branches in Bishops Waltham, Chandler’s Ford, Christchurch, Fareham, Fordingbridge, Ringwood, Romsey, Southampton, Tadley and Totton. In addition, it has four kitchen and bathroom showrooms, five specialist tool centres open to the trade and public in Portsmouth, Romsey, Winchester, Fareham and Totton and its own roofing company, Elliotts Premier Roofing.

Industry
Wholesale & Distribution
Company Size
51-200 employees
Headquarters
Southampton, GB
Year Founded
1842
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