Part of the Genuit Group, we combine long-term stability with a culture built on teamwork, accountability and continuous improvement. We encourage fresh ideas, invest in development and are committed to creating a safe, inclusive and supportive workplace where everyone feels like they belong.
We currently have an exciting opportunity for Class 1 Driver to join our company based from our Broomhouse Lane site in Edlington, DN12.
Role: Responsible for carrying out deliveries across the UK while ensuring our customers get the best impression of our organisation. You are the ‘face’ of our business, not just our delivery driver.
It’s all about making a good impression with your appearance, manner and the look of your vehicle.
Ensuring goods are delivered in a first-class condition, completing all necessary paperwork and above all, leaving everyone you meet with a really positive impression of you and our business.
Responsibilities:
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Drive company vehicles and operate company equipment in a safe and proper fashion and in accordance with company policies, procedures and legislation.
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To carry out vehicle, load and auxiliary equipment checks prior to operation of any vehicle and report any defects immediately.
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To deliver goods to customer premises across the UK ensuring service levels are maintained.
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To meet all special instructions as requested by transport office.
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Ensure that all documentation is completed and signed as required.
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On return to your base / at the end of shift report to the traffic office for a full debrief.
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Undertake a driving skills assessment at any time as requested.
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Comply with the vehicle security and standing instructions at all times.
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Where company uniform and personal protective equipment has been issued they must be worn at all times when on duty.
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To ensure all product is loaded on the vehicle in a safe, evenly distributed manner and secured appropriately for travel on the public highway in line with current legislative and guidance requirements
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Maintain the cleanliness of the driving cab & condition of the vehicle you are allocated.
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Report any accidents as soon as possible and in compliance with the company’s accident reporting procedure.
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Attend essential training in order to carry out the driver role.
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Adhere to all company policies and procedures, to include the Company Standards of Performance and Health and Safety Policy.
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Hold & Maintain the necessary driving licence & vocational entitlement relating to your role & in the event of any changes to that status to notify the Transport Manager immediately.
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High levels of Health and Safety standards.
Requirements:
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Possess LGV C+E (Class 1) driving Licence with Current CPC
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Digital Tachocard and an up-to-date Drivers Qualification Card and have a full understanding of tachograph legislation.
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Excellent verbal communication with Diligent attention to detail
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Ability to communicate effectively with Customers and Co-Workers.
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Flexibility to cover working hours and Ability to work under pressure
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Experience of working in a customer facing role and being Numerate and literate.
There is Manual work involved in this role;
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Loading and unloading of goods from vehicles and Stacking of empty pallets.
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Coupling and uncoupling of trailers as well as Opening and closing of vehicle curtains
Benefits and Working Hours:
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£16.77 per hour plus additional allowances
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50 hour average week, nights out included in this role
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25 days holiday entitlement plus bank holidays
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Save as you earn Sharesave & Cycle to work Scheme
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Contributory pension scheme - matched up to 8% & Life assurance
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Various health & wellbeing initiatives including complimentary occupational health on-site physiotherapy and counselling services
Salary description
£16.77 - £16.77 per hour