Driver Technician

Sunbelt Rentals

  • Cornwall
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 21 days ago
About The RoleAre you an experienced Driver looking for your next career move to a company that really values your contribution and can offer you award-winning training opportunities? People truly are at the heart of our business and we believe in empowering our colleagues to develop their skills, make decisions and take on new responsibilities in a friendly team environment.In the role of Driver Technician you will be responsible for supporting the operational delivery of tool hire equipment. You'll travel regularly to different locations being responsible for the delivery and collection of hire equipment as well demonstrating the technical equipment in operation to the customer. As the face of Sunbelt Rentals to our customers you will always be well presented, be able to communicate professionally with customers on site and promote the positive image of the business.Your Key responsibilities:
  • Delivering and collecting equipment to customers and completing any relevant checks and related administration
  • Responsible for ensuring that all Company vehicles are driven safely and professionally and conduct all relevant Vehicle safety checks
  • Issuing safety and communication equipment and materials to the clients onsite
  • Demonstrates safety equipment in operation to our customers during the delivery process
  • Diagnose and fix equipment where needed
  • Adhering to and promoting Health and Safety and compliance of equipment standards.
  • Maintaining Company standards whilst working under pressure, ensuring we are always acting safely
  • Working with operations to resolve customer issues promptly and to the satisfaction of all concerned
  • Conducting audit and compliance tasks.
  • General yard duties
What can we offer you in return? You’ll be joining a highly successful FTSE100 company, the UK’s largest equipment rental provider. We provide an Industry leading flexible rewards package including generous holiday allowance (with the opportunity to buy and sell annual leave), life assurance, retail discount scheme, employee recognition awards and a great Company pension scheme.About YouIf you join the team we’ll provide you with everything you need and ensure you are equipped for success. We’ll talk to you about your training and personal development needs and what you’d like to do to further your career and support your future aspirations.What you will need to bring to the Driver Technician role:
  • You will be a fully competent driver with a clean driving licence
  • It would be highly desirable to have a C1E licence, however the minimum requirement would be 3.5 Tonne (Class B)
  • Good communication skills with the ability to influence and represent the Company in a positive, professional and friendly manner
  • You will be numerate, articulate and have immaculate attention to detail
  • A flexible approach to your working hours as early starts and late finishes are required
  • A safety-first approach and compliance with current H&S legislation and Company specific health, safety and environmental policies and procedures is essential
  • Previous experience of Safety and Communication is desirable but not essential as training will be provided
  • Experience in developing and utilising product knowledge, eager to understand our product range and the wider Sunbelt business
  • Exceptional communication skills, you’ll have the ability to engage and build relationships with both internal and external customers
  • Computer literate. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
About UsSunbelt Rentals is the leader in equipment rentals in the UK, Ireland, US and Canada - as well as specialist operations in Europe. We provide a range of solutions to every market and sector, including construction, industrial, energy, infrastructure, government and events. Our teams make the impossible possible and the unthinkable doable. Turning what if into what is.Our people are at the heart of our values and they’re our greatest asset. We rely on you to look after our customers so in return, we take good care of you. We recognise the value and uniqueness of our team-mates and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive Sunbelt Rentals, providing equality of opportunity and a culture of fairness and respect.Your health, safety and wellbeing is really important to us. We’re raising awareness and providing support through initiatives such as our mental health awareness campaign and first-aider programme. You’ll also be able to access a 24-7 employee assistance helpline, counselling services and financial wellbeing support.

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