Job Introduction

Driver Category C + Hiab + ADR – Glasgow

Monday to Friday | 08:00 – 16:30

Speedy is the UK’s leading hire provider, offering the widest range of tools, specialist hire equipment, plant and support services – everything for every job!

Based at our Glasgow depot, the Driver Category C + Hiab + ADR role is a busy and high-impact position. You will be responsible for delivering a variety of hire equipment and ADR-classified materials to customers across the region. As a key face of the business, you will represent Speedy’s values, professionalism and commitment to exceptional customer service on every delivery.

About the Role – What You Will Be Doing

This is a varied and responsible driving role requiring safe operation of a Category C vehicle, Hiab crane, and ADR competence. Your daily activities will include:

Key Responsibilities

• Delivering and collecting hire equipment, including ADR-classified items, safely and in full compliance with legislation.

• Operating a Hiab (lorry loader) to lift, load and unload heavy or bulky equipment for customers, following all training and safety protocols.

• Conducting daily vehicle and crane checks, ensuring the vehicle is always legally compliant, well maintained and roadworthy.

• Carrying out ADR duties responsibly, ensuring hazardous materials are transported, secured and documented appropriately.

• Accurately completing all delivery, collection and ADR documentation, including digital PODs, consignment notes and safety checklists.

• Providing an outstanding customer experience, offering support, answering basic product queries and ensuring customer satisfaction.

• Adhering to all health and safety requirements, including PPE, site procedures, transport legislation and safe loading practices.

• Maintaining excellent communication with depot teams to support routing, respond to urgent delivery needs and manage time effectively.

• Supporting depot operations when required (equipment checks, basic yard duties, or stock movements).

• Championing Speedy’s ESG Strategy – Decade to Deliver, through safe, sustainable and responsible driving behaviours.

Driver Expectations at Speedy

• Demonstrate courteous, safe and professional driving at all times.

• Follow tachograph rules, road regulations and company transport policies.

• Ensure all equipment, including ADR goods, is transported securely and safely.

• Maintain strong working knowledge of local and wider regional roads.

• Communicate proactively if delays, issues or safety concerns arise.

• Keep the vehicle clean, compliant and well presented.

• Represent Speedy positively to customers, suppliers and the general public.

What You Need

• Full UK Category C (Class 2) licence

• Valid Hiab (Lorry Loader) certification

• ADR licence (minimum: packages – tanks desirable but not essential)

• No more than 6 penalty points

• UK commercial driving experience

• Strong customer service skills

• Ability to complete manual handling tasks

• Good knowledge of the local geographical area

• Commitment to supporting Speedy’s ESG Strategy – Decade to Deliver

A Bit About You

• Upbeat, independent and self-motivated

• A natural people-person with strong communication skills

• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions

• Takes pride in delivering great customer service

• Values teamwork and supporting local communities

• Reliable and committed to safety excellence

What We Offer

• 26 days holiday (plus bank holidays)

• Life assurance

• Pension scheme

• Canteen facilities

• 95% employee discount across the Speedy brand

• Training, development and career progression opportunities

• Voluntary Health Cash Plan

• My Staff Shop – retail discounts and savings across many suppliers

• Green Commute Initiative – Cycle to Work Scheme

• PAM Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) – free, confidential wellbeing support

Speedy Work Life Balance (SWLB)

At Speedy, we are proud to offer an industry-leading Work Life Balance initiative. This is part of our commitment to:

• Reducing core contracted hours

• Improving wellbeing and work–life balance

• Introducing more flexible and sustainable working patterns

• Supporting colleagues with personal, family and lifestyle needs

Talk to us about flexible options including:

• Adjusted start/finish times

• Shorter days

• Term-time working

• Job share opportunities

We are committed to putting People First.

Career Growth

Speedy offers a clear Career Line of Sight, giving you visibility of progression routes and long-term development opportunities within the Speedy Group.

Additional Information

Speedy reserves the right to close the vacancy early if high application volumes are received. Prompt applications are encouraged.

Some roles may require DBS, credit or security checks.
Proof of right to work in the UK is required before employment begins.

We are an equal opportunities employer and celebrate diversity across all forms. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.

For ESG Governance information:
https://www.speedyservices.com/esg/governance