7.5T Driver

Manpower UK Ltd; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company in the North East of England is looking for a 7.5t Driver to provide critical logistic support. The successful candidate will be responsible for driving vehicles between depots and ensuring they are compliant with maintenance and inspection policies. Strong communication skills and vehicle knowledge are essential. The role offers 38 hours per week over a 4-day rota, including weekends.

Qualifications

• Experience in driving 7.5t vehicles.
• Understanding of vehicle compliance and maintenance procedures.
• Ability to perform minor vehicle repairs.

Responsibilities

• Drive vehicles between depots for maintenance and operations.
• Conduct daily vehicle inspections and ensure cleanliness.
• Maintain compliance with policies and procedures.

Skills

Driving vehicles

Vehicle maintenance knowledge

Clear communication

Job description

Role Description

Job Title : 7.5t Driver

Line Manager : Logistics Team Leader

Core Responsibilities

Provision of logistic support and the movement of vehicles to and from depots across the North East.

Responsible for the movement of vehicles for planned and unplanned maintenance.

Compliance monitoring for Fleet to ensure MOT's are compliant.

Key Duties and Accountabilities

Drive vehicles as required, liaising with Control to ensure a smooth handover of vehicles where applicable.

Ensure that all vehicles driven have an electronic vehicle daily inspection completed.

Ensure that vehicles are fully checked, including equipment, consumable stock, refuelled (inc. Ad Blu), in a clean and presentable condition and placed on charge where possible / required.

Be responsible for making sure any vehicles that are spare at Workshops, are fully checked and made available and ready. This may include cleaning vehicles on the inside or outside.

Undertake minor vehicle repairs.

Communicate clearly and positively with operational crews.

Develop strong working relationships with Contractors and other suppliers.

System and Policy Responsibilities

The role will ensure all relevant policies and procedures for vehicle inspection and compliance are adhered to.

To carry out Electronic Vehicle Daily Inspection via mobile device to update database.

Working Conditions

38hrs per week equivalent via a rota over 4 days per week including weekends and ba...