Driver/Yard Person

Join Our Team

We are looking for a reliable and professional Driver / Yard Operative to join our growing team. This is a predominantly driving role, responsible for the safe delivery and collection of welfare units across our customer sites. When not carrying out driving duties, you will support depot operations by undertaking yard and workshop activities to ensure our fleet and facilities are maintained to a high standard.

This is a varied, hands-on role that offers the opportunity to work both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

What You’ll Be Doing

Driving Duties (Primary Responsibility)

• Safely deliver and collect welfare units using company vehicles up to 3.5 tonnes and trailers.
• Plan and follow efficient delivery routes in conjunction with the Transport Planner.
• Complete all delivery and collection paperwork accurately using company systems.
• Carry out pre-delivery inspections (PDIs) and report any damage or defects.
• Ensure loads and trailers are secured safely and in line with company procedures.
• Conduct daily vehicle checks and report defects promptly.
• Drive in accordance with road traffic regulations, driver legislation and company policies.
• Provide a professional and courteous service to customers at all times.
• Demonstrate welfare units and explain basic functionality to customers where required.
• Maintain vehicles in a clean and roadworthy condition.

Yard & Depot Duties (When Not Driving)

• Support the day-to-day running of the yard and workshop areas.
• Clean, inspect and prepare welfare units for hire or sale.
• Assist with loading and unloading equipment and coordinating unit movements around the depot.
• Maintain a clean, safe and organised yard environment.
• Carry out routine equipment and unit maintenance activities.
• Inspect returned equipment, photograph any damage and record findings on company systems.
• Support stock control and inventory management activities.
• Work closely with workshop colleagues to help maximise fleet availability.
• Assist with preparing and branding new equipment.

Health, Safety & Compliance

• Promote a strong health and safety culture at all times.
• Complete depot safety inspections, audits and checks as required.
• Carry out weekly fire safety checks and support fire drill activities.
• Monitor walkways and yard areas to ensure they remain safe and unobstructed.
• Report hazards, near misses, defects and environmental issues promptly.
• Comply with all company SHEQ procedures and transport legislation.

What We’re Looking For

Essential

• Full UK Driving Licence with B+E entitlement.
• Experience driving commercial vehicles and towing trailers.
• Previous experience in a driving, yard operative or similar operational role.
• Good geographical knowledge and route planning skills.
• Strong focus on health and safety.
• Ability to work independently and manage your workload effectively.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• Basic IT skills and ability to use handheld devices or computer systems.

Desirable

• Experience within the welfare, plant, hire or construction sectors.
• CSCS Card.
• Knowledge of vehicle inspections and basic maintenance requirements.

What Success Looks Like

• Deliveries and collections completed safely and on time.
• Excellent customer service standards.
• High levels of equipment availability and presentation.
• Safe, organised and compliant depot operations.
• Clean, well-maintained vehicles and equipment.
• No-fault accidents, traffic offences or preventable incidents.

Why Join Us?

• Varied role combining driving and operational responsibilities.
• Opportunities to develop skills across transport and depot operations.
• Supportive team environment.
• Stable and growing business with long-term career opportunities.

If you enjoy being on the road, take pride in delivering excellent customer service and are happy to get involved in hands-on yard operations when required, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today to become our next Driver / Yard Operative.

Who we are 

We are an independent company who specialise in providing towable mobile welfare and toilet units to sites across the UK. We pride ourselves on being industry specialists and have been supplying high-quality units for many years. 

We are proud of the reputation we have earned and continue to invest in the latest industry innovations. This enables us to provide our customers with the highest quality construction welfare facilities on the market. 

Our fleet of welfare units and toilets is one of the largest and most modern available in the UK. We are committed to knowing our products and understanding our customers’ requirements, so that we can provide the optimum solution for every size and type of site, team and project. 

We are part of the AER Rents group, and we work closely and collaborate with the companies that make up our group; Drogheda Hire & Sales, Mainline Group, Mr Plant Hire, Chippindale Hire & Sales, Hudson Lifting. 

We care about our people, our clients and the environment. 

Benefits 

We are not a company looing to stand still, that’s why we offer a comprehensive training and development package that enables you to grow and reach your career goals; we also offer a competitive salary, company pension scheme, healthcare cash plan and holiday allowance of 24 days per annum in addition to bank holidays and access to an Employee Assistance Programme. 

Welfare 4 Hire is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our employees. If you require any reasonable adjustments to be made for you to attend an interview, please do let us know and we will be happy to accommodate.