Class 1 HGV Driver - Bedford

Job Description:

At Ardent Hire Solutions, we have one of the largest and youngest fleets in the UK. Our fleet consists of 5,000 machines all from the world’s leading OEMs and offers a range that suits all construction projects. We are a renowned leader in our industry, known for our exemplary machinery, innovative solutions, unwavering commitment to quality, and customer-centric approach.

We differentiate ourselves through digitalisation, sustainability and spectacular customer service.

Our values Passion, Pace and Performance drive us as individuals and as a team. We are looking for diverse team members that share the same values and strive to be the best they can possibly be.

We are currently looking for a Class 1 HGV Driver to operate from our Bedford Depot.

Reporting to the Depot Manager, the job holder will be delivering a range of plant hire equipment, mainly telehandlers and roto-telehandlers, to customers in a timely manner and acting as an ambassador for Ardent by providing an excellent service to our customers. 

Ideally, you will possess:

• Good time keeping skills and self-motivated
• Driver DIGI Card
• LGV Licence category C + CE
• Excellent Customer Service skills
• The ability to speak and write a good standard of English
• Demonstrate a full and varied knowledge of all plant
• In possession of a full, valid Driving Licence with no more than 3 points
• NPORS Card 
• An update to date CPC record (evidence will need to be provided)

You will be able to demonstrate the following behaviours:

• Resilient in dealing with changes in priorities, juggling a number of activities and continues to be effective
• The ability to work effectively in teams
• The ability to develop and apply appropriate skills
• The ability to generate alternative approaches to problems

In return we will give you:

• A competitive annual salary
• Up to 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• An additional days leave on your birthday

Access to a wide range of benefits including;

• Cash back on healthcare expenses including dental, optical & physio
• Healthcare plan that focuses on wellbeing, helplines and more
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Pension
• Life Cover
• Retail discounts

If the above sounds perfect for you, please send your CV to recruitment@ardenthire.com. 

We aim to respond to all applications however due to the large numbers we receive, if you have not received a response within 10 working days, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.