Job Summary
We are seeking a motivated and experienced HGV Class 1 Driver to join our manufacturing clients Transport department.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Safely operate Company vehicles, including HGV Class 1 (C+E), vans and passenger vehicles as authorised.
- Complete comprehensive daily vehicle safety inspections before and after each journey, reporting any defects promptly in accordance with Company procedures.
- Load and unload vehicles safely using appropriate manual handling techniques and authorised mechanical handling equipment.
- Ensure all loads are correctly secured and distributed in accordance with current load restraint regulations and safe loading practices.
- Plan routes effectively to achieve timely deliveries while complying with speed limits, traffic regulations and customer / supplier requirements.
- Comply with all Road Traffic legislation, Driver CPC requirements, Drivers' Hours Regulations, Working Time Directive and Digital Tachograph legislation.
- Operate at all times in accordance with the Company's Operator's License obligations and transport procedures.
- Operate forklift trucks (where authorised and trained) in accordance with RTITB standards and Company safe systems of work.
- The packing and issue of materials and equipment to external sources as detailed on the relevant picking tickets and the recording of weights / dimensions as required.
- Maintain a professional appearance and uphold the company’s reputation through courteous interactions with clients and customers.
- Maintain high standards of housekeeping throughout warehouse, yard areas and all vehicles. and work in accordance with all Company Health & Safety policies, risk assessments and safe working procedures.
- Report accidents, incidents, near misses and unsafe conditions immediately.
Skills
- Proven experience as a commercial driver with a focus on flatbed transportation and delivery operations
- Strong knowledge of driving regulations for heavy goods vehicles and current licensing requirements for HGV Class 1 drivers
- Excellent driving skills with the ability to handle large vehicles confidently in various traffic conditions
- Experience in delivery driver roles, demonstrating punctuality, reliability, and customer service excellence
- Full UK driving licence
- Valid HGV Class 1 (C+E) licence with a clean driving record
- FLT Experience and Licence bonus
Monday - Friday (Day Shift)
Nights out from time to time not regular
Start times between 6:00am and 07:00am
£18.00 PAYE
£22.00 UMB
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Pay: £20.00-£22.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
