3.5 Ton Driver

Position Overview

We invite applications for the position of 3.5 Ton Driver at our Croydon location within the UK's leading hire company, Speedy. In this key role, you will be responsible for transporting hire equipment locally using a 3.5-ton flatbed van, representing the company’s dedication to excellence and customer satisfaction.

Working Hours and Compensation

The role involves a Monday to Friday schedule, working from 07:30 to 17:00, totaling 42 hours per week. The annual salary offered is £29,572, paid pro rata.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive a 3.5-ton flatbed van to deliver hire equipment within the local area efficiently and safely.
• Uphold Speedy's brand values and vision while interacting with customers and within the team.

Essential Qualifications

• Possession of a valid full UK manual driving licence with no more than six penalty points.
• Strong familiarity with the local Croydon area.
• Experience driving professionally throughout the UK.
• Demonstrated customer-centric approach.
• Commitment to supporting the company’s Environmental, Social and Governance strategy, 'Decade to Deliver'.

Candidate Profile

• Energetic, self-driven, and capable of working independently.
• Friendly and customer-focused personality.
• Comfortable with outdoor walking in various weather conditions.
• Enjoys contributing to a community-focused environment and takes pride in their work.

Benefits and Employee Programs

• 26 days of annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Life assurance coverage.
• Participation in a company pension scheme.
• Access to on-site canteen facilities.
• A 95% discount across the Speedy brand.
• Opportunities for training, professional development, and career advancement.
• Voluntary Health Cash Plan benefit.
• Discounts and offers through the My Staff Shop program.
• Green Commute Initiative supporting cycling to work.
• Employee Assistance Program (PAM) providing free confidential support for wellbeing, legal, financial, and personal matters.

Flexible Work Arrangements

Speedy encourages a healthy work-life balance by offering flexible working schedules such as job sharing, amended hours, earlier or later start/finish times, term-time working, and shorter working days. This initiative demonstrates a commitment to employee wellbeing and supporting diverse working patterns.

Diversity and Inclusion

Speedy fully embraces diversity and fosters an inclusive workplace. Employment decisions are made without regard to ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, family status, national origin, veteran status, neurodiversity, or disability. Proof of eligibility to work in the UK is required before employment commencement.

Additional Information

Some roles may require background checks such as DBS, Credit, or Security Clearances. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply promptly, as vacancies may close earlier than advertised depending on response volume. Our ESG governance policies are available for review on our website.