7.5 Tonne Driver

TN United Kingdom; Norwich; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated 7.5 Tonne Driver to join their team in Norwich. This role offers excellent hourly rates and the chance for immediate starts, making it an attractive opportunity for those with a passion for driving and logistics. Successful candidates will enjoy a supportive environment with onsite training and the potential for career progression. If you have a valid UK C1 Licence and a commitment to safety and punctuality, this position could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Excellent hourly rates

Weekly pay

Onsite canteen

Training provided

Immediate starts

Qualifications

• Minimum of 24 months continuous experience driving Category C1 vehicles.
• Valid UK driving licenses and CPC certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver building materials and home improvement products safely.
• Perform vehicle inspections and communicate with dispatch.

Skills

Commercial driving experience

Teamwork

Effective communication

Time keeping

Understanding of traffic laws

Education

UK Category C1 Licence

UK CPC Card

UK Digi Card

Tools

PDA (personal digital assistant)

Job description

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WORKING FIVE DAYS OUT OF SEVEN (ROTA PROVIDED)

START TIMES FROM 5:00AM

What's init for me?

People Solutions are currently recruiting for a 7.5 Tonne Driver to join our well-established client based in Norwich.

This is a fantastic opportunity offering great rates of pay and room to grow and progress.

To be considered for this role you MUST have a minimum of 24 months of continuous commercial driving experience.

What are the benefits?

As a 7.5 Tonne Driver you will receive the following benefits:

• Excellent hourly rates
• Weekly pay
• Onsite canteen
• Training provided
• Immediate starts

Hourly Rates of Pay (PAYE):

Day to Day Duties

Your duties as a 7.5 Tonne Driver will involve but not be limited to:

• Delivering most building materials and home interior improvements products (not bathrooms and kitchens)
• Operate and drive various 7.5 Tonne vehicles in a safe and efficient manner to and from delivery locations
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections
• Ensure all cargo is loaded and secured properly
• Adhere to traffic laws and regulations
• Communicate effectively with dispatch and customers
• Report any vehicle defects or maintenance needs to management
• Assist with loaded and unloading of cargo as needed

As a 7.5 Tonne Driver you must:

• Be able to work as part of a team
• Have a minimum of 24 months continuous experience driving Category C1 vehicles
• Have no more than six penalty points for minor infringements and no major endorsement codes
• Be able to use PDA (personal digital assistant)
• Hold a valid UK Category C1 Licence and have a valid UK CPC Card & UK Digi Card
• Be able to speak and read a good level of English
• Have excellent punctuality and time keeping skills
• Have a good understanding of traffic laws and regulations
• Have effective communication skills
• Experience driving any commercial vehicles would be beneficial
• Previous experience conducting multi-drop deliveries will be beneficial

Training

• Six-hour online training must be completed before attending assessment
• Driver's Assessment will have to be completed
• After successful Assessment, there will be an on-job training