As one of the largest construction and waste management companies in the South West, Smiths has generations of experience – built on a reputation of trust, excellence and commitment.
Specialising in demolition, construction and asbestos removal; transport and plant hire; skip and commercial waste management.
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.
Hourly rate: £16-£19.50 per hour (dependent on experience) Hours: Full-time and part-time available with flexible working hours to be discussed at interview stage.
Working from our main transport workshop near Gloucester (GL10 3AQ).
Responsibilities for the job role: Carry out 6 weekly inspections to a high standard, ensuring all defects are identified and repaired, with a strong focus on 'first time fix'.
Inspect and prepare vehicles for MOT, ensuring all vehicles exceed the standard required.
Diagnose faults on vehicles and ancillary equipment.
Carry out electrical repairs on a range of specialist commercial vehicles.
Repair 'damage' defects to a high standard with a focus on upholding our brand image.
What can we offer you?
Life Assurance Scheme Free on-site Parking Corporate gym membership discount Staff discount on skip hire Boot allowance Progression opportunities Unlimited access to mental health support Overtime available What are our core values?
If these values align with yours you are in the right place!
Honesty - We believe that honesty in all matters is the best policy.
Family values - We operate as a family unit with high moral standards, discipline and respect.
Hardworking - We are certain that nothing is impossible if you work hard enough at it.
Reliability - We pride ourselves on not letting people down and being true to our word.
Environmental sustainability - We aim to minimise the impact that our company has on the environment by reducing emissions and waste, and recycling a large proportion of our waste (90% plus).
We truly believe in a greener future for generations to come.
Please apply if you are interested in this role and we will come back to you.