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Who are we? Smiths (Gloucester) Ltd is a family run business owned and run by the Smith family since 1982. Smiths has grown from a single owner-operated plant hire company to a multifaceted group with family values still firmly at the heart of each project undertaken. With depots in Avonmouth, Cardiff, Gloucester, Stonehouse and Tewkesbury we operate predominately across the South-West of England. We specialise in Construction, Waste Management, Plant Hire, Demolition and Transport operations. What we are looking for? The HGV Class 2 Tipper Driver is responsible for the safe, legal, and efficient operation of an 8-wheel tipper lorry across Gloucestershire and surrounding areas. The role involves transporting aggregates, soils, recycled materials, muck away, and other construction or waste-related materials to and from customer sites, quarries, recycling centres, transfer stations, and company depots. The driver plays a key role in ensuring excellent customer service, maintaining compliance with transport legislation, completing daily vehicle checks, and representing the business professionally on the road and on customer sites. This position requires a strong focus on safety, reliability, compliance, and care of the vehicle. Role Responsibilities: Vehicle Operation Safely operate an HGV Class 2 8-wheel tipper vehicle in accordance with road traffic law, DVSA regulations, and company policies. Transport a range of materials including aggregates, sand, stone, topsoil, muck away, hardcore, recycled products, and waste materials. Carry out deliveries and collections to construction sites, highways projects, commercial premises, quarries, and waste or recycling facilities. Ensure loads are secure, evenly distributed, and within legal weight limits before leaving site. Operate tipping functions safely and only in suitable ground conditions and authorised tipping areas. Assess site conditions before entering, manoeuvring, or tipping, and escalate concerns where access or safety is compromised. Drive in a fuel-efficient, road-safe, and courteous manner at all times. Daily Vehicle Checks and Defect Reporting Complete daily walkaround checks before the start of each shift in line with DVSA and company requirements. Inspect key vehicle components including tyres, lights, mirrors, bodywork, warning systems, brakes, tipping gear, sheet systems, fluid levels, and cleanliness. Accurately report vehicle defects, damage, or safety concerns immediately through the appropriate company defect reporting process. Ensure the vehicle is kept clean, roadworthy, and presentable both internally and externally. Monitor vehicle performance and promptly report any issues affecting safe or efficient operation. Compliance and Legal Responsibilities Comply fully with all transport legislation, including: Drivers’ Hours Regulations Working Time Directive Tachograph regulations Highway Code Operator licence obligations Use digital tachograph equipment correctly and ensure all driving and working time is recorded accurately. Carry and maintain all required licences, Driver CPC, and driver card documentation. Follow all company procedures relating to load security, site rules, PPE, documentation, and incident reporting. Adhere to environmental and waste transfer requirements where applicable. Customer Service and Communication Represent the company professionally and courteously with customers, site managers, members of the public, and colleagues. Build positive relationships with clients through punctuality, reliability, and a helpful attitude. Communicate clearly with transport planners, office staff, weighbridge personnel, site contacts, and managers regarding delays, issues, access problems, or changes to work schedules. Obtain and submit all necessary paperwork, tickets, delivery notes, waste transfer notes, and signatures accurately and on time. Report s