HGV Class 1 Driver/Shunter

As a driver you are acting as an ambassador for the company, the way you drive and how you behave are the subject of scrutiny by our customers and members of the public. The company expects the highest standards of driving and behaviour at all times ensuring roadworthiness and standards regarding hygiene are always met. We expect all our Drivers to drive with utmost care, with due diligence and embrace opportunities for personal development to enhance their driving skills. Not only will the successful candidate be joining a fast-paced, passionate team, they will be joining a forward-thinking company who is looking for someone who will live by the Company Values of Trust, Respect, Integrity and Innovation

Responsibilities will include:

• Comply with all applicable driving, road traffic and vehicle regulations whilst driving for the company
• Drive with utmost professionalism, courtesy and safety at all times. Avoiding damage to company vehicles and property
• Maintain record and abide by all compliance regulations, including but not limited to Working Time Directive. Notify the Transport Office team of any driving infringements or endorsements issued against you whilst employed by the company
• Perform daily walk around checks and report any defects or issues to a member of the Leadership team without delay
• Ensure the vehicle is in a hygienic condition at all times
• Ensure the vehicle has been loaded safely and handle all products appropriately
• Loading & unloading of vehicles
• Managing customer returns
• Vehicles shunter checks and highlighting unreported damage
• Fridge unit check to make sure running and set to right temperature
• Temperature Monitoring
• Minor vehicle repairs i.e. changing bulbs, changing wing mirrors
• Cleaning the vehicles
• Refuelling vehicles when needed
• Always present yourself professionally and wear the appropriate company-issues uniform in a clean and damage-free condition
• Always act in a professional, courteous manner when dealing with customers and handle any queries they have efficiently
• Maintain all records in accordance with the company’s current operating procedures and operating instructions
• Manage cash and cheques accurately and safely in accordance with current company procedures account for all cash received from customers and to be personally responsible for any discrepancies between collected cash and deposited cash

The successful candidate will have:

• HGV Category ‘C+E’ driving licence entitlement and experience
• Driver CPC & Digi Tacho cards
• Confidence to operate vehicle and perform delivery duties (duties are physical and of moderate to high intensity)
• Trustworthy ability
• Numeracy skills
• Good written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills: dealing with customers, handling conflict
• Good decision making skills
• Effective communication skills, keeps people informed of decisions and outcomes

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