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:
* Completing multi-drop deliveries and collections, liaising with the Transport Team to effectively co-ordinate your daily route.
* Demonstrating a high level of safety awareness at all times while delivering products efficiently and professionally, operating to acceptable customer service standards.
* Operating in accordance with company policies, procedures, and instructions at all times, cooperating fully with the client to fulfill legal obligations and develop a positive safety culture.
* Reporting all vehicle, tank, customer, third party, and personal injuries or damage to line management.
* Providing accurate written and numerical information as necessary when completing company documentation, including vehicle defect forms.
* Carrying out additional tasks that 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:
* CPC and Digi card are required for this role, along with an understanding of driver hours legislation.
* An awareness of the major risks to ensure compliance with safety procedures (which apply on all sites to avoid safety incidents).
* 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.
* Be able to provide pre-employment checks including address, employment history and driving licence verification.
* 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:
* £17.02 per hour from Monday to Friday.
* Holiday Pay paid on top.
* Enhanced rates for Saturdays & Sundays (if required).
* Overtime payable after 40 hours per week.
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