Artic / Low Loader Driver

Murphy; Newark and Sherwood; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime pay

30 days holiday

Career growth

Training provided

Health & safety focused

Supportive team culture

Job summary

Murphy is seeking a motorway- and construction-turnover driver to operate Artic vehicles and manage on-site deliveries. You will be responsible for loading, unloading, route planning, and ensuring loads are securely fastened, while adhering to tachograph rules, safety protocols, and quality paperwork.

You will maintain the vehicle, report defects, and communicate professionally with customers and site teams.

Qualifications

• CSCS, Driver CPC, Class 1 and full UK driving licence are required.
• Commitment to Murphy training requirements.
• These are in-house requirements for the role.

Responsibilities

• Operate Artic: safely drive, load, unload and transport goods.
• Maintain vehicle and report defects; perform daily checks.
• Plan routes to meet deadlines considering traffic and vehicle size.
• Secure loads following guidelines for safe transit.
• Comply with tachograph, safety guidelines and site protocols.
• Complete paperwork and obtain customer signatures.
• Interact professionally with customers and site staff.
• Conduct site risk assessments and follow crane safety and delivery procedures.

Education

CSCS

Driver CPC

Class 1

Full UK driving licence

Commitment to Murphy training requirements

Job description

Murphy is a leading international engineering and construction company. We specialise in a variety of sectors including infrastructure, transportation, and energy.

What your day will look like:

• Operate Artic: Safely operate a lorry to load, unload, and transport various types of goods, including building materials, heavy plant and machinery.
• Vehicle Safety & Maintenance: Ensure that the vehicle and equipment are maintained in good working order, reporting any issues or defects promptly. Perform daily checks on the vehicle and Artic before starting work.
• Route Planning & Navigation: Plan routes and schedule deliveries effectively to meet deadlines while considering traffic conditions, road restrictions, and vehicle size limits.
• Load Securing: Ensure that all loads are secured properly and safely, following the relevant load-securing guidelines to prevent damage or accidents during transit.
• Compliance with Regulations: Adhere to all legal requirements, including driving regulations (tachograph), safety guidelines, and site-specific health and safety protocols.
• Documentation & Paperwork: Complete all necessary paperwork, including delivery notes, delivery logs, and vehicle inspection forms. Ensure all documentation is signed by customers upon delivery.
• Customer Interaction: Provide a professional and courteous service when interacting with customers, drivers, and site staff, maintaining a positive company image.
• Site Health & Safety: Conduct site risk assessments to ensure the safety of yourself, your colleagues, and any members of the public. Follow safe practices when operating the crane and managing the delivery.

What we need from you:

• CSCS
• Driver CPC
• Class 1
• Full UK driving licence
• Commitment to carry out in house Murphy training requirements

What we offer:

• Time and a half after 39hours
• 30 days holiday
• Opportunities for advancement and career growth
• Further training given
• Health and safety-focused work environment
• Supportive team culture

About Murphy

Murphy is formally recognised as a sector leading employer, Platinum Investors In People accredited along with reported operating profit up 57% on prior year. At Murphy, we are incredibly proud of our diverse workforce. Not only do our people represent over 60 different nationalities, but they also represent a wide range of backgrounds, ethnicities and ages. With a forward order book of £5.8bn and £23m Invested in environmentally friendly plant in 2024 there really is #MoretoMurphy

Murphy is unable to employ anyone who does not have the legal right to live and work in the UK