LGV Driver - Class 2 - Leith
LGV Driver - Class 2 - Leith
Apply locations Leith time type Full time posted on Posted 3 Days Ago time left to apply End Date: March 10, 2025 (30+ days left to apply) job requisition id JR10003825 Heidelberg Materials UK (formerly Hanson UK) is one of the UK’s largest suppliers of construction materials, employing over 3,500 people and operating around 280 manufacturing sites in the UK.
We are committed to building a more sustainable future and recognise that a diverse workforce is key to our growth and development. We aim to foster a culture that values openness, transparency and individual achievement.
Purpose of the role
To learn to drive and operate a Company Large Goods Vehicle ensuring that Heidelberg Materials products are delivered to customers in a timely, efficient, and courteous manner. The company vehicle urban driver apprentice is required to complete their apprenticeship and Heidelberg Materials programme within the required standard and timeframes. You will be working as part of a team with supervision in an efficient manner whilst maintaining excellent standards and attention to detail.
Duties will include developing the required knowledge, skills, and behaviours of the apprenticeship, and ensuring that all Health and Safety, Working Time Directive, and Road Transport regulatory requirements are complied with as part of the daily routine.
To ensure that the professional standards of the Company are upheld at all times.
Key Accountabilities
1. To ensure the vehicle and all equipment entrusted to him/her is properly maintained, kept in a clean condition and that all vehicle records are correctly maintained as required by the current legislation and company procedures.
2. To comply with the relevant company personnel and administration policies and procedures.
3. To ensure that all Health and Safety, Working Time Directive and Road Transport regulatory requirements are followed.
4. To ensure that all waste disposals, water discharges and dust emissions are dealt with in accordance with the Environmental procedures.
5. To carry out deliveries in the most cost effective, efficient, and courteous manner. To ensure that attendance to the operating unit is timely and consistent with meeting the requirements of the company.
6. To perform any other relevant duties as requested by Management.
Job Requirements
1. Clean Cat C heavy goods licence LGV-HGV 2
2. Full working knowledge of Road Transport Law, Working Time Directive and relevant Health and Safety and Environmental legislation
3. Clean driving licence
4. Valid EPIC card
5. Numeric and literate
6. Ability to identify and report issues
7. Well motivated, physically fit and able to work unsupervised
What’s on Offer:
Salary: £36,550 (£15.62/hour-guaranteed 45 hours per week, paid weekly)
Location: Leith, Edinburgh
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* Compensation Package: Bonus incentives / Generous Pension Schemes / Life Assurance
* Work Life Balance: 27 days holiday (excluding bank holidays) / Agile working / Flexible working / Holiday purchase / Sabbatical
* Family Friendly: Enhanced policies such as Maternity / Paternity / Parental Leave / Neonatal / Adoption/IVF/Menopause
* Social Value: paid Volunteering Day every year / Communities (LGBTQ+, Network of Woman, Woman in Science and Engineering (STEM), Armed Forces)
* Wellbeing: Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) / Mental Health First Aiders / Cycle to Work / Employee Benefits portal including Gym discount / Free eye tests / Discounted Private Medical cover
At Heidelberg Materials UK (previously known as Hanson UK) we strive to create an inclusive and respectful workplace where every individual can bring their unique skills and background to contribute to the success of our business.
About us
At Heidelberg Materials UK (previously known as Hanson UK), we understand that a diverse workforce is key to our growth and development, and we aim to foster a culture that values openness, transparency, and individual achievement.
If you're interested in joining our team, we encourage you to apply, even if your experience or skill set doesn't perfectly align with the job description. Creating a candidate home page is optional, when asked, but you can use this to quickly see the progress of your application(s).
Heidelberg Materials is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.
We understand that women may face unique challenges in their careers, and we are committed to providing a supportive environment to help you thrive.
Our family-friendly policies, such as enhanced maternity and parental leave, neonatal care, and adoption support, will provide you with the flexibility and support you need to balance your personal and professional commitments.
We also offer a range of benefits, such as access to our Employee Assistance Program, trained mental health first aiders, discounted private medical benefits and much more, to ensure your wellbeing is prioritized.
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