Forterra - Newbury (Thermalite), Enterprise Way, Thatcham, West Berkshire, United Kingdom Req #498
21 March 2025
We are currently looking for an enthusiastic individual to join our Newbury Transport team in the position of LGV Driver.
Shift Pattern: Work to a four-on-four off roster, normally either a Dayshift or Night shift pattern. However, if required, the shift requirement can be changed to maintain factory production.
To facilitate the Company’s delivery strategy, by driving a Company LGV & operating to the high standards of professionalism & safety set out by the Company.
A 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.
In addition, our Inbound Logistics operation is a key part of our supply chain ensuring that our manufacturing sites have the raw material to ensure the supply of our products.
A 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:
* Comply with LGV Drivers Hours Regulations.
* Ensure that none of the Companies Undertakings with regards to Goods Vehicle Operator Licensing are breached.
* Comply with all Legislation relating to the Road Traffic Act or other relevant legislation.
* Comply with all Health & Safety legislation & Company Health & Safety Policy.
* Complete material collections and/or deliveries as instructed.
* Communicate any issues to relevant parties.
About You:
* You will need a current LGV license.
* Good geographical knowledge.
* Ability to work with minimum supervision.
* Good standard of physical fitness.
* Ability to work within set time frames.
* Be flexible and adapt to different types of material and variable volume flows.
* Ability to operate a range of equipment including tippers, walking floor trailers, skeletal trailers, powder tankers, flats, and if required, crane trailers.
* Multiple trailer types may need to be operated within one shift.
* Basic understanding of Health, Safety & Risk Assessment.
* Tractor units will need to be shared due to the dual utilization of tractors.
What We Can Offer You:
* Competitive Salary and Benefits package.
* Life Assurance and Company Pension Scheme up to 10% employer contribution.
* Gym benefit and Cycle 2 Work Scheme.
* Access to Employee Assistance Programme for self and family members.
* Employee Referral Scheme.
* Service Awards.
* Holiday Exchange Scheme.
* Financial Wellbeing Program.
* 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 recognizable 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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