HIAB Driver

We are currently looking for a HIAB Driver to join Sovini Trade Supplies, part of The Sovini Group. Fully committed to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion; we promote a positive culture of valuing and celebrating diversity and accepting and including people regardless of their personal characteristics or circumstances. Whoever you are, you can expect to be treated fairly, with respect and free from discrimination. Inclusivity matters – We recognise candidates may have diverse needs, and we will always look to support this throughout the process. This position is a permanent opportunity.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring the safe and timely delivery of building material to Sovini Trade Supplies customers using a HIAB delivery wagon (Class 2).
• Occasionally assisting with warehouse and yard duties as and when required, while always maintaining quality and safety standards.
• Expected to be flexible and multi-skilled.
• A Class 2 licence, valid CPC licence and HIAB qualification are required for the role.
• The role is primarily based in our Bootle branch, however you will occasionally be required to be located within our Speke depot to provide holiday or relief cover.
• Commit to equality and diversity and promote non-discriminatory practices in all aspects of work undertaken.
• Adhere to the Health and Safety at Work Act to take reasonable care of your own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by your acts and omissions.

Qualifications

• Valid HIAB licence.
• Class 2 licence and valid CPC qualification.
• Experience of driving Class 2 HIAB wagons and performing multidrop deliveries.
• Knowledge of legislation, regulations, policies and procedures relevant to logistics and warehouse operations.
• Ability to prioritise and manage workload to meet strict deadlines.
• Self-motivated with enthusiasm, commitment and drive, and ability to work under pressure while still producing a high standard of work.
• Good organisational skills.
• Excellent communication skills, able to communicate across multiple channels including Microsoft Teams, Face-to-Face and Email.
• Demonstrate The Sovini Group’s values in your day-to-day job role – Success, Passion, Authenticity, Courage, Enterprise.

Advantageous but Not Essential

• Counterbalance forklift truck licence.
• Experience of working within a builder’s merchant environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary – £34,873.89.
• Hours – 45 per week.
• 22 days holiday, increasing with service.
• Festive shutdown (3–4 days taken from holiday entitlement).
• Fantastic, matched pension contributions up to 8%.
• Life Assurance for every colleague, peace of mind ensuring your loved ones are cared for.
• Career development through bespoke L&D programmes.
• Cycle 2 Work Scheme.
• Corporate discount scheme.
• Award-winning health & wellbeing support.
• 24/7 GP access, EAP, financial wellbeing tools & more.

Closing date – 31st March 2026. Apply online via our website today! Please note we do not accept approaches from recruitment agencies and only applications made via our website will be accepted. Please note that shortlisting may take place prior to the advert closing; if a high volume of suitable applicants has applied, the advert may close early. Please do not hesitate to submit your application.