7.5T Delivery Driver

Intrepid Global Limited; Manchester; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Intrepid Global Limited in Manchester is seeking a reliable 7.5 Tonne Delivery Driver to join our distribution team. You will load and unload heavy items and deliver to customer premises, while keeping the vehicle safe and clean.

A valid UK driving licence with C1, Driver CPC and Digital Tachograph Card are essential. This full-time role operates 07:00-19:00 on a 4-on 4-off rota, paying £19.47 per hour including holiday pay. Experience with route planning and customer service is valued.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence with 7.5 Tonne entitlement (C1)
• Driver CPC qualification
• Digital Tachograph Driver Card
• Clean driving record
• Knowledge of UK road safety regulations and drivers' hours
• Good communication and customer service skills
• Reliable, punctual, independent
• Physically fit to lift and move heavy items (up to 25 kg)

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a 7.5 tonne delivery vehicle in line with UK laws and company policies
• Complete scheduled deliveries and collections on time
• Load and unload goods safely
• Carry heavy items to customer premises as needed
• Conduct daily vehicle safety checks and report defects
• Plan routes to maximise efficiency
• Provide professional customer service
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness and security
• Follow health and safety procedures including manual handling
• Ensure goods are secured during transport
• Adhere to drivers' hours and tachograph rules

Skills

Communication

Customer Service

Reliability

Punctuality

Independent Worker

Physically Fit

Pressure Handling

Education

Driver CPC

Digital Tachograph Card

Full UK Driving Licence

Tools

Handheld devices

Route planning software

Job description

We are looking for a reliable, motivated, and physically fit 7.5 Tonne Delivery Driver to join our team in Goldborne.
working for one of the largest distributions of Furniture.

This role involves regular manual handling, including loading and unloading heavy and bulky items, so a good level of physical fitness is essential Assisted by Drivers mate
Full time
Temp to Perm
4days on 4days off 07:00-19:00

£19.47 per hour inclusive of holiday pay

Key Responsibilities

• Safely operate a 7.5 tonne delivery vehicle in accordance with UK road traffic laws and company policies.
• Complete scheduled deliveries and collections efficiently and on time.
• Load and unload goods, ensuring all items are handled safely and securely.
• Carry heavy and bulky items, including lifting, moving, and delivering products to customer premises where required.
• Conduct daily vehicle safety checks and report any defects or maintenance issues.
• Plan delivery routes to maximise efficiency and minimise delays.
• Provide a professional, friendly, and courteous service to customers.
• Maintain the cleanliness, security, and condition of the vehicle.
• Follow all company health and safety procedures, including safe manual handling practices.
• Ensure goods are secured correctly during transportation.
• Comply with all applicable drivers' hours, tachograph, and working-time requirements.

Essential Requirements

• Full UK driving licence with the appropriate entitlement to drive a 7.5 tonne vehicle (Category C1).
• Valid Driver CPC qualification, where required.
• Valid Digital Tachograph Driver Card, where required.
• Clean or acceptable driving record.
• Good knowledge of UK road safety regulations and drivers' hours requirements.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently.
• Physically fit and capable of repeatedly lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling heavy items throughout the working day.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet delivery deadlines.

Desirable Requirements

• Previous experience driving a 7.5 tonne or other HGV/Class 2 vehicle.
• Previous experience as a multi-drop or delivery driver.
• Experience using handheld delivery devices or route-planning systems.
• Knowledge of manual handling best practices.
• Basic vehicle maintenance knowledge.
• Good knowledge of local and UK-wide road networks.

Physical Requirements

This role is physically demanding and requires candidates to:

• Frequently lift and carry items weighing up to 25 kg, with team lifting or mechanical aids used where appropriate.
• Load and unload deliveries throughout the working day.
• Walk, bend, climb stairs, and stand for extended periods.
• Safely handle heavy and bulky goods.
• Work in a variety of weather conditions.
• Maintain a high level of care and attention when handling customer goods.

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