HGV Driver / Yard Maintenance – Uxbridge

HGV Driver / Yard Maintenance Assistant– Uxbridge

Location: Uxbridge

Salary: £17.50 – £18.00 per hour (£40,950 – £42,120 per annum)

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 6:00pm

Lunch Break: 1 hour unpaid

Based on a 45-hour paid working week.

HGV Driver / Yard Maintenance -About the Role

We are currently seeking a reliable, organised, and proactive HGV Driver / Yard Maintenance Operative to join our team in Uxbridge.

A Class 2 (Category C) HGV Licence is essential, while a Class 1 (Category C+E) Licence would be highly advantageous.

This is a varied role combining vehicle movements, yard organisation, and general site maintenance. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the yard operates efficiently, vehicles are positioned correctly, and customer access remains clear and safe at all times.

HGV Driver / Yard Maintenance -Key Responsibilities

• Maintain the yard in a safe, clean, and organised condition at all times.
• Move HGVs, commercial vehicles, and cars around the site as required.
• Ensure the workshop entrance remains clear for vehicle movements.
• Keep access roads and customer parking areas clear and accessible.
• Manage customer vehicle drop-offs and collections efficiently.
• Reorganise parked vehicles to maximise yard capacity and operational efficiency.
• Liaise closely with workshop staff regarding vehicle movements and priorities.
• Carry out general yard maintenance and housekeeping duties.
• Assist with loading, unloading, and vehicle positioning when required.
• Adhere to all company health and safety procedures.

HGV Driver / Yard Maintenance -Requirements

• Valid Class 2 (Category C) HGV Licence.
• Class 1 (Category C+E) Licence preferred.
• Previous experience driving and manoeuvring commercial vehicles.
• Experience working within a busy transport, workshop, or yard environment.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and prioritise workload effectively.
• Good understanding of vehicle safety procedures and yard operations.
• Physically fit, with the ability to undertake manual handling duties, including lifting up to 40kg as part of a two-person operation.
• Excellent communication skills and a professional, customer-focused approach.
• Good knowledge of commercial driving regulations and safety standards.

HGV Driver / Yard Maintenance Benefits

• Competitive pay rate of £17.50 – £18.00 per hour.
• Equivalent annual salary of £40,950 – £42,120.
• Stable Monday to Friday working schedule.
• Opportunity to work within a busy and professional workshop environment.
• Ongoing training and support.
• Long-term career opportunity with a growing business.

If you hold a Class 2 HGV Licence and have the organisational skills, vehicle movement experience, and proactive attitude required to keep a busy yard operating safely and efficiently, we would like to hear from you.