Forterra - Whittlesey, Peterborough Road, Whittlesey, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom Req #492
24 March 2025
We are currently looking for an enthusiastic individual to join our Whittlesey Distribution team in the position of LGV Driver.
The purpose of this role is to facilitate the Company’s delivery strategy, by driving a Company LGV livered delivery vehicle and operating to the high standards of professionalism and safety set out by Forterra.
An LGV Driver will not be just a driver but will be a Company representative. The role of our driver is critical to our first-class Customer Service offering as you will be one of the initial points of contact for our business.
An LGV Driver’s role will involve a degree of climbing and manual handling, therefore a good standard of physical fitness is essential.
Your duties would include but are not limited to the following:
1. Comply with LGV Drivers Hours Regulations
2. Ensure that none of the Companies Undertakings with regards to Goods Vehicle Operator Licensing are breached
3. Comply with all Legislation relating to the Road Traffic Act or other relevant legislation
4. Comply with all Health & Safety legislation & Company Health & Safety Policy
5. Complete deliveries as instructed
6. Communicate any issues to relevant parties
7. Drive in a fuel efficient, safe, conscious way
8. Average of 2 nights out per week
9. Any other relevant duties as requested by management
About You:
1. You will need a current LGV license
2. Good geographical knowledge
3. Ability to work with minimum supervision
4. Good standard of physical fitness
5. Ability to work within set time frames
6. Basic understanding of Health, Safety & Risk Assessment
What We Can Offer You:
1. Competitive Salary and Benefits package
2. Life Assurance and Company Pension Scheme up to 10% employer contribution
3. Gym benefit and Cycle 2 Work Scheme
4. Access to Employee Assistance Programme for self and family members
5. Employee Referral Scheme
6. Service Awards
7. Holiday Exchange Scheme
8. Financial Wellbeing Program
9. Personal development and opportunities for progression
We are a leading manufacturer of a diverse and trusted range of concrete and clay building products used extensively within the construction sector, with instantly recognisable brands including Thermalite block, Bison Precast and the iconic London Brick.
Our complete product range comprises of clay bricks, aircrete blocks, aggregate blocks, precast concrete, flooring products, permeable paving and chimney, roofing, and flue systems.
Forterra’s purpose is to build lasting legacies, manufacturing a range of products from the ground up to support customers with their construction projects.
We are proud to be at the forefront of the industries’ safety standards and are committed to achieving zero harm in our workplaces.
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