Yard Driver

Yard Driver based near Eastleigh – join a busy construction machinery team, enjoy outdoor work, competitive pay, training, and career progression.

The company:
We are a leading construction machinery maintenance team with a reputation for quality, safety, and customer service. Our culture values teamwork, skill development, and rewarding dedication. You will be joining a supportive environment where your contributions are recognised, and internal and external training opportunities help you grow your career.

Key Benefits of the Yard Driver:

Competitive basic salary: £33,000-£35,500 per year

Paid holiday entitlement

Pension scheme

Life assurance cover

Full personal protective equipment provided

Internal and external training opportunities

Potential for career progression within the business

About the Role (Key Responsibilities):
As a Yard Driver, you will play a vital role in supporting our construction machinery maintenance operations.

Key responsibilities include:

Washing and maintaining machinery to high standards

General yard housekeeping and organisation

Managing customer interactions safely and professionally

Driving HGV Class 2 trucks for holiday and sickness cover, occasionally operating 7.2-tonne trucks

Supporting yard operations as required to keep the area efficient and safe

This role is ideal for someone with experience as a HGV Class 1 or 2 driver looking to transition into a yard role, or a yard person comfortable driving HGV vehicles when needed.

About You (Skills & Experience):
To succeed in this Yard Driver role, you will need:

HGV Class 2 licence or Class 1 License is essential

Good communication skills and strong health and safety awareness

Customer-focused attitude with teamwork skills

Self-motivation, organisation, and attention to detail

Some knowledge of construction machinery is helpful but not essential

To be successful as a Yard Driver, you may have worked as a:
Yard Driver, Yardperson, HGV Driver, Class 2 Driver, Yard Operative, Plant Yard Driver, Logistics Driver, Construction Vehicle Driver, Yard Assistant, Yardman

Next Steps:
If you are a motivated Yard Driver or yard person with HGV experience and experience working within the plant hire, agricultural, tool hire, construction, heavy equipment sectors we would love to hear from you. Apply today to join a professional, supportive team and develop your career