Simarco is an award-winning international logistics provider, driven by a deep understanding of the fast-paced nature of global trade. We specialise in delivering bespoke freight solutions across the UK, Europe, and worldwide, offering flexible, fully tailored services that are designed to meet the unique needs of our clients.
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Class 1 ‘Relief’ Night Shunter/Trunk Driver, based at our Stoke on Trent depot.
Simarco takes pride in being a great place to work, offering excellent training and career development opportunities. Join our team—apply today!
Key duties & Responsibilities:
* Delivery and collection of customers’ freight as assigned by the Transport Office to and from defined Hub locations.
* Supervise the loading of your vehicle so that products are safely loaded and secured to minimise chances of damage.
* Ensure the correct goods and quantity of goods are loaded and unloaded.
* Plan your route in the most cost and operationally effective manner.
* Present, process and return customers Delivery Notes (where applicable).
* Secure and return Proof of Delivery advice notes (POD) electronic and/or manual (where applicable).
* Inform the Transport Office or Distribution Hub (whichever is open) of any delays to or whilst at work.
* Maintain your vehicle (inside and out) in a clean and very tidy condition.
* Greet all customers and Hub employees you meet in a polite and helpful manner and provide excellent customer service.
Key Skills and Qualifications to succeed in this role:
* Class 1 (CE) Licence
* Valid Driver CPC
* Tacho card
* Experience of HGV Class 1 driving desired
* Vehicle weights and legal limits
* Drivers’ Hours and Working Time Directive Regulations
* Road Traffic Laws
* Construction and Use Regulations
* Effective communicator
* Ability to work unsupervised and under pressure
* Flexible approach to hours of work
* Reliable and dependable
We can offer you:
· Basic Salary £41,301 per annum
·25 days annual leave plus 8 days Bank Holiday (pro-rata)
·Discount Platform
·Employee Assistance Program
·Contributory Pension Scheme
·Uniform and company paid PPE
·Continuous training, including Driver CPC
·Cover the cost of driver medicals
·Employee Treat Days
·Learning Management System
·Mental Health Forum