3.5 Tonne Driver

First Military Recruitment Ltd; Luton; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a 3.5 Tonne Driver for a client covering Luton and nearby areas. The ideal candidate will have a valid UK license, at least 12 months experience, and a strong focus on Health & Safety. The role offers a salary of £26,000 with flexi-shifts from Monday to Friday and time and a half for overtime over 40 hours.

Qualifications

• A full UK license that enables you to drive 3.5 tonne vehicles.
• Minimum 12 months experience in a similar role.
• Zero endorsements preferred; any endorsements must be stated at application stage.

Responsibilities

• Drive a 3.5 tonne tail lift vehicle.
• Load, secure, and deliver goods safely.
• Complete required paperwork at point of delivery.

Skills

Excellent driving skills

Knowledge of local area

Positive approach to Health & Safety

Job description

Overview

First Military Recruitment are currently seeking a 3.5 Tonne Driver on behalf of one of our fantastic clients who require someone to cover the area of Milton Keynes and surrounding areas.

Location: Luton, Leighton Buzzard and surrounding areas

Salary: £26,000

Working Hours: Monday to Friday between 6am and 3.30pm (flexi shifts in between these times) + time and a half overtime over 40 hours

Duties and Responsibilities

• To drive a 3.5 tonne tail lift vehicle.
• Ensure all goods are loaded, secured and delivered safely and professionally.
• Ensure all required paperwork is completed at point of delivery/collection.
• Provide excellent customer service.
• Operate in accordance with training and Policies & Procedures.
• Comply with Health and Safety legislation, Company Health and Safety policies and procedures and current EU Road Transport Regulations at all times.
• Ensure the delivery vehicle is roadworthy and daily vehicle walk rounds have been completed and recorded.

Skills and Qualifications

• A full UK license that enables you to drive 3.5 tonne vehicles
• Zero endorsements preferred; any endorsements must be stated at application stage (maximum 6 points)
• A minimum of 12 months experience in a similar role
• Have a positive approach to Health & Safety.
• Excellent driving skills.
• Knowledge of local area and experience of working within a Builders Merchant would be beneficial.