Relief HGV Driver - Class 2 Hiab

Join Lawsons as a Relief Class 2 HIAB Driver: deliver building materials safely across London and the South East, with varied work, great benefits and development opportunities.

Join Lawsons as a reliable and customer-focused Relief HGV Class 2 HIAB Driver, based permanently at our Letchworth branch. You will primarily be driving a van, with occasional relief cover required in an HGV Class 2 HIAB vehicle. You will help ensure building materials are delivered safely and efficiently, providing professional service to customers at every stage of the delivery.

About Lawsons

Lawsons is the UK's largest independent supplier of fencing, timber and building materials. With more than 35 branches and over 700 employees, we have been committed to excellence since 1921, serving customers across London and the South East of England.

Role Overview

As a Relief HGV Class 2 HIAB Driver, you will be based in Letchworth, supporting daily delivery operations primarily driving a van, with occasional cover required in an HGV Class 2 HIAB vehicle. You will help ensure customer requirements are met while maintaining high standards of safety, vehicle care and customer service.

Location – Letchworth (permanent base), with driving duties primarily in a van and relief HGV Class 2 HIAB driving as required.

Working Hours and Benefits

• ⏰ Working hours are Monday - Friday 07.30 - 17.00 plus 1 in 2 Saturday mornings 08.00 - 12.00.

• 💎 Competitive salary (£35,000 - £38,000)

• 🏖️ 25 days holiday entitlement plus UK Bank Holidays and an additional celebration day.

• 💰 Company pension scheme.

• ❤️ Life Assurance / Death in Service.

• 🎁 My Reward benefits platform, including retail discounts, wellbeing support and Online GP access.

• 🩺 Employee Assistance Programme.

• 📈 Training, development and genuine career progression.

• 🤝 Supportive, team-focused working environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver building materials safely and efficiently, following road safety legislation and company procedures.

• Operate the HIAB crane competently for loading and unloading, following safe working practices.

• Check loads and delivery documentation, and report discrepancies, damage or other concerns promptly.

• Protect goods and vehicles from loss or damage and complete relevant vehicle and delivery checks.

• Provide helpful, professional customer service at delivery locations and represent Lawsons positively.

• Build positive customer relationships and direct enquiries to the appropriate colleagues where needed.

• Identify potential sales opportunities and pass relevant information to the branch team.

• Follow health and safety procedures, including reporting accidents, incidents and near misses.

• Support other driving or branch duties when required and within the scope of your training and authorisation.

Qualifications and Competencies

• Valid HGV Class 2 licence and current Hiab qualification or licence (essential).

• Previous HGV driving experience; experience in builders merchants or building materials delivery is essential.

• Good knowledge of safe driving, load security and vehicle safety checks.

• Customer focused, approachable and professional when dealing with customers and colleagues.

• Clear communication skills and good attention to detail.

• Reliable, flexible and able to adapt to different branch and delivery requirements.

• Organised, self-disciplined and able to manage time to meet delivery schedules.

• Committed to following health and safety procedures and maintaining a safe working environment.

Why Join Lawsons?

• Join a respected, long-standing independent supplier with extensive industry experience.

• Play an important role in helping customers receive the materials they need.

• Work with supportive branch and delivery teams across a varied relief role.

• Access training and development opportunities as you grow your skills and knowledge.

Lawsons is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. If you are a dependable driver who takes pride in safe deliveries and excellent customer service, we would like to hear from you. #HP

Department

Transport

Role

Relief HGV Class 2 Driver

Location

Letchworth

• plus Bank Holidays and an extra day off for your birthday

• including retail discounts and an online GP service

• a loan of up to £1000 to buy a bike

• free legal, financial or relationship advice for you and your immediate family

Workplace, Culture & Diversity

Corporate culture is essential to allow the organization to differentiate itself. In terms of image on the one hand, it has strengths both internally and externally to consumers. It is indeed a source of cohesion and motivation of employees and it limits conflicts. With customers, it conveys a positive image and can develop a feeling of closeness to the company or even become a criterion of choice.