7.5T Delivery Driver

Intrepid Global Limited; Warrington; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Intrepid Global Limited in Warrington is seeking a reliable 7.5 Tonne Delivery Driver to join our team in Goldborne. This full-time role involves regular manual handling, loading and unloading heavy items, and delivering furniture to customers across the local area.

You will be assisted by a driver’s mate and will work 4 days on, 4 days off from 07:00 to 19:00. The ideal candidate holds a Full UK driving licence with C1, a Driver CPC, and a valid Digital Tachograph card, with a clean driving

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence with C1 entitlement.
• Valid Driver CPC qualification.
• Valid Digital Tachograph Driver Card.
• Clean driving record and safe driving history.
• Physical fitness to lift and move heavy items safely.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a 7.5 tonne delivery vehicle and comply with laws.
• Complete scheduled deliveries and collections on time.
• Load and unload goods, ensuring safe handling.
• Carry heavy items to customer premises where required.
• Conduct daily vehicle safety checks and report defects.
• Plan routes to maximise efficiency and minimise delays.
• Provide professional customer service and maintain vehicle cleanliness.

Skills

Physical fitness

Customer service

Reliability

Punctuality

Independent worker

Tools

Route planning systems

Handheld delivery devices

Digital Tachograph

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.

JBRP1_UKTJ