Class 1 HGV Driver vacancy in Newcastle Under Lyme (032jc)
Class 1 HGV Driver (032jc) – Newcastle Under Lyme - £36,800 + O/T + Benefit
My client, a specialist delivery company, is now seeking to recruit a Class 1 Driver to join their expanding team delivering goods in the local area. They are also interested in Class 2 drivers who, after completing a set period of time, would be interested in getting their Class 1 ticket.
You will be reporting to the Transport Manager, and you will be delivering orders to their client’s locations, accurately and on time, as well as building strong relationships between the clients and internal departments to deal with any queries when possible, while being a champion of safe working and eco-driving.
Your responsibilities will include:
1. LGV Driving: All legal requirements to be met fully. Consideration for other road users and members of the public. Clear, accurate completion of tachograph records, manual entries, and defect reports. Vehicles to be operated within relevant speed and weight limits at all times. Nights out will be involved.
2. Feed Delivery: Accurate, safe working on customers' farms. Care to be taken at all times to achieve correct bins for feed and UFAS compliance. Safety of farm employees, children, and stock are paramount. Damage to buildings or other property to be avoided.
3. Paperwork: All delivery records, cleaning records, defect reports, etc., to be completed accurately, in full, and on time.
4. Health & Safety: Comply fully with company & customer health and safety policies, as well as the Environment.
5. Adhere to rules set out in the site IPPC, comply with company environment policy, and assist the transport manager to improve the site EMS.
To be eligible for this role, you will need:
Essential:
1. Current C+E licence
2. Ownership of a digital Tachograph Card
3. Driver certificate of Professional Competency
4. Regular driving of LGVs
5. Fluent in English: Constant communication with colleagues and customers
6. Excellent communication skills
7. Ability to comply with legislation
8. Ability to demonstrate the highest level of professionalism
In return, they are offering the following: up to £36,800 to start if you are already a Class 1; if you are a Class 2, your starting salary will be less. A 4-day week working on a 6-day week shift roster, and standard 44 hours per week, with any overtime and extra days paid at time and a half. 28 days off per year, as well as 5-day breaks during the shift rota, and your days working being booked several months in advance. Employee Assistance Programme (offering support on a range of topics), options to enhance your pension after 12 months of service (increased employer contributions). Opportunities to grow personally and develop within the business with ongoing progression. Cycle to work scheme. B&Q Trade card offering 10% discounts in-store and online as well as much more!
For more information, please contact Jean-Claude Hedouin at Ex-Mil Recruitment Ltd on 0333 202 6500, or jc@ex-mil.co.uk or via the website www.ex-mil.co.uk. #J-18808-Ljbffr