7.5 Tonne Driver / C1 Licence

AWD online; Newark on Trent; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as a 7.5 Tonne Driver, where you will utilize your driving skills and local knowledge to deliver goods safely and efficiently. This role offers the chance to work in a supportive environment, ensuring customer satisfaction while maintaining compliance with transport legislation. You will also have the opportunity to enhance your skills with training provided for operating a forklift truck. This established industry player is committed to employee development and offers a range of competitive benefits. If you are ready to take on a rewarding challenge, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive Salary & Bonus Scheme

Annual Bonus

25 Days Annual Leave

Private Healthcare

Pension Scheme

Grocery Salary Sacrifice

Employee Assistance Programme

Bike to Work Scheme

Company Eye Care

Employee Discounts

Qualifications

• Experience driving 7.5 tonne vehicles with a full clean driving licence.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver goods accurately and efficiently using the best routes.
• Load and unload vehicles safely, adhering to regulations.

Skills

Customer Service Skills

Driving Skills

Knowledge of Local Road Networks

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Can-Do Approach

Education

Full Clean Driving Licence

ADR Licence (Desirable)

Forklift Licence (Desirable)

Tools

Forklift Truck

Computer Systems

Job description

7.5 Tonne Driver (C1) who has good knowledge of the local road networks with excellent customer service skills, the ability to drive, deliver and unload the vehicle in a safe and efficient manner and is ready to hit the ground running is required for a tight-knit team within a busy Warehouse / Depot in Newark, Nottinghamshire, East Midlands.

The ideal candidate will have experience of driving a 7.5T lorry. However, we also welcome applications from candidates who have a Class 2 License and could drive heavier lorries.

SALARY: Competitive + Generous Benefits (see below)

LOCATION: Newark, Nottinghamshire, East Midlands

JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent

WORKING HOURS: Core hours are usually 8am to 4pm. However, as with any agricultural business, the company is dictated by the weather. Therefore, during the high seasons, you will be required to be flexible with the seasonality of the business, which means during the busy period you could be required to work more than the core hours, but this would be balanced with working less hours during the quieter season.

Please note: An ADR licence is an advantage, but training can be provided for this.

JOB OVERVIEW

We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a 7.5 Tonne Driver (C1) who has good knowledge of the local road networks with excellent customer service skills, the ability to drive, deliver and unload the vehicle in a safe and efficient manner and is ready to hit the ground running.

Working as the 7.5 Tonne Driver (C1), you will safely deliver the correct goods to the correct delivery point, using the most efficient route. You will also adhere to all road transport legislation and ensure safe and compliant vehicle loads.

As the 7.5 Tonne Driver (C1), you will also need to load and unload vehicles using a Forklift Truck (additional counter-balance training provided) or by handballing where necessary.

On occasion, there may be a requirement to travel to different locations to attend training or meetings or support other depots; plenty of notice would be given if this was required.

APPLY TODAY

If this job looks like your ideal position, please send in your CV as soon as possible for our Recruitment Team to review.

DUTIES

• Deliver goods promptly and cost-effectively as instructed by the Depot Supervisor, ensuring the accuracy of each delivery against the delivery advice note and by using the most economic route in the order of priority of each delivery as instructed.
• Load, drive and unload the vehicle within the regulations laid down by BASIS, statute and the Company, which includes handballing goods into customer stores.
• Maintain accurate and timely vehicle and tachograph records as required by the Company and legislation.
• Work in line with company procedures to provide a great level of service for customers.
• Build strong and long-lasting relationships with key stakeholders across the internal and external businesses.
• Operate a fork-lift truck safely and in accordance with Company standards – if you haven’t done this before, training is supplied so it’s not a necessity.
• Maintain the vehicle in a clean and safe condition. Report any defects found daily and by manners and appearance of self and vehicle.
• Must have a hands-on attitude and be able to work in any area of the depot when required and as instructed by the Depot Supervisor or Depot Assistant.

ABOUT THE COMPANY

The Company is a leading supplier of agronomy advice, seed, crop protection products and precision farming services. Working in partnership with arable, fruit, vegetable, horticultural and amenity sectors, the Company is committed to helping customers manage their businesses more efficiently and profitably. They are dedicated to the company purpose - releasing agronomic potential.

With roots originating more than 60 years ago, the Company offers a unique blend of local experience, research-based expertise, customer-based knowledge and trusted relationships; practicing values of honesty, integrity and fairness across all aspects of the business.

The Company also embraces care for the wider environment, with an understanding of the important role now played by all those who manage the land, through a range of dedicated initiatives.

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

• Full clean driving licence and experience of driving 7.5 tonne vehicles.
• Knowledge of product storage solutions.
• Ability to use computer systems effectively.
• Knowledge of the local area and appropriate routes.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Great communication skills.
• High attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• A ‘can-do’ approach.

DESIRABLE

• Multi-drop experience.
• An ADR licence and Fork Lift Licence would be a distinct advantage.
• Farming/agriculture or agrochemical experience.
• Environmental Awareness.

BENEFITS

• Competitive Salary & Bonus Scheme.
• Annual bonus.
• 25 days annual leave plus 8 days bank holidays.
• Private healthcare.
• Pension scheme including salary sacrifice option.
• Grocery salary sacrifice.
• TELUS Health employee assistance programme.
• Bike to work.
• Company eye care.
• Employee discounts.
• Continuous personal development opportunities.

HOW TO APPLY

To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details. CVs of Job Applicants meeting this requirement will be submitted to our Client for consideration. By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose.

JOB REF: AWDO-P13236