Driver Hire are the UK’s largest specialist transport and logistics recruitment company, with over 40 years of experience in the driving and logistics sector. We provide driving and logistics staff to both local and national clients across a variety of sectors, offering flexible and reliable staffing solutions. Our client is the leading recycler of electrical and hazardous materials in the UK and are looking for experienced, professional ADR qualified (Categories 2-6) Class 2 Drivers to join their team on a temp to perm basis.
This is an exciting company to work for, who provide a supportive and inclusive working environment. They are renowned for their industry expertise and whilst representing the company as one of their respected ADR Drivers, you will be highly committed to providing their customers with a friendly and engaging service, whilst delivering products in an efficient, safe and professional manner. Full training and PPE will be provided by the client.
This role is commutable from Basingstoke, Tadley, Newbury Reading and Thatcham and surrounding areas.
Duties:
1. Completing multi-drop deliveries and collections, liaising with the Transport Team to effectively co-ordinate your daily route.
2. Whilst demonstrating a high level of safety awareness at all times, you will deliver products in an efficient and professional manner, whilst operating to acceptable customer service standards.
3. Operate in accordance with company policies, procedures and instructions at all times. This includes co-operating fully with the client to fulfil the legal obligations and develop their positive safety culture by taking care of your own Health & Safety, and that of anyone affected by your actions.
4. Report all vehicle, tank, customer, third party and personal injuries or damage to line management.
5. Provide accurate written and numerical information as necessary when completing company documentation, including vehicle defect forms.
6. Carry out additional tasks that in the judgement of management are within the job holder’s capabilities and are required to meet the needs of the business.
Requirements:
You must have a current HGV Category C (Class 2) driving licence, along with a current ADR certification plus;
7. CPC and Digi card are required for this role, along with an understanding of driver hours legislation
8. An awareness of the major risks to ensure compliance with safety procedures (which apply on all sites to avoid safety incidents)
9. Customer focused – you will have a flexible approach to your hours of work and be prepared to work weekends and public holidays as required to meet the needs of the client
10. Be able to provide pre-employment checks including address, employment history and driving licence verification
11. Be medically fit to work.
Hours and Pay
Our client works Monday to Friday each week, with occasional weekend work if required. Your hours of work will be based on a Monday to Friday rota, starting on or around 06:00 each morning.
Your pay will be:
12. £17.02 per hour from Monday to Friday.
13. Holiday Pay paid on top
14. Enhanced rates for Saturdays & Sundays (if required)
15. Overtime payable after 40 hours per week.