Lawsons (Whetstone) Ltd
HGV Class 2 Hiab
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HGV Class 2 Hiab Driver – AVS Guildford Branch
About Lawsons
Lawsons is the UK’s largest independent fencing, timber and builders’ merchants, founded in 1921. We operate 35 branches across London and the South East, employing over 700 colleagues with a turnover of £165 million. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality products and exceptional service to both trade and retail customers.
Position Overview
We are recruiting for an HGV Class 2 Hiab Driver in our AVS Guildford branch. This is a permanent, full-time role responsible for:
- Safe and efficient delivery/collection of materials using a Class 2 Hiab vehicle.
- Providing excellent customer service to both trade and retail customers.
- Collaborating with branch colleagues to ensure timely deliveries, secure load handling, and a professional representation of Lawsons.
Working Hours
- Monday to Friday: 07:30–17:00
- Saturdays (1 in 2): 08:00–12:00
Benefits
- Competitive salary: £39,000–£41,000 (dependent on experience)
- 25 days holiday (pro rata): + 8 Bank Holidays + 1 celebration day
- Company pension scheme & Death In Service cover
- Employee Assistance Programme + My Reward benefits (including online GP access)
- On-the-job training & development opportunities
- Uniform & PPE provided
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Main Responsibilities
- Drive a Class 2 Hiab vehicle while adhering to road traffic & company regulations, ensuring safe deliveries/collections.
- Operate Hiab crane for materials loading/unloading/positioning, following safe lifting practices (e.g., slings, chains).
- Perform pre-use checks on vehicles and Hiab, maintaining permits, licences and defect reports.
- Secure loads properly and match goods against delivery notes, reporting discrepancies/damage promptly.
- Provide professional customer service on-site, liaising with trade/retail clients.
- Assist with yard duties (e.g., loading/unloading, stock movement) as required.
- Comply with health and safety policies, operational best practices, and industry regulations.
- Maintain accurate records (delivery notes, timesheets, vehicle checks).
Qualifications & Skills
- Valid UK Category C licence (with CPC and digital tachograph card).
- Essential: Proven Hiab/crane experience operating Class 2 vehicles; familiarity with FASS/NC Hiab standards advantageous.
- Strong practical skills and physical fitness for manual handling tasks under safe lifting policies.
- Load securing/slinging/lifting expertise, with knowledge of health & safety legislation.
- Good communication (customer-focused) and team-based collaboration, with reliability & punctuality.
- Basic numeracy skills for accurate paperwork completion.
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Why Join Lawsons?
- A household-name business with strong regional roots and a commitment to colleague development.
- Supportive, team-focused culture with mentorship, on-the-job learning, and clear supervision.
- Play a pivotal role in branch efficiency and customer service excellence.
- Access to employee wellbeing support and reward benefits.
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Lawsons is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates who possess the required licences, Hiab experience, and safe, customer-centric drive.
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