C+E ADR Driver

The-Best-Connection-Employment-Group; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday entitlement

Overtime

On-line Payslips

Pension provision

Perks at Work

Job summary

The Best Connection Middlesbrough is actively recruiting for a Class 1 ADR driver for a Stockton-based client in England. This seasonal role offers day/night shifts with potential for permanency, and includes a £40 night out bonus. Candidates must hold a Class 1 (C+E) HGV licence, ADR qualification for gas, Driver CPC, and Tachograph card.

Previous gas transport experience is preferred. The role focuses on trunk runs delivering gas cylinders, with no manual handling; regular safety checks and

Qualifications

• Class 1 (C+E) HGV licence
• ADR qualification covering the relevant gas classification
• Valid Driver CPC
• Tachograph Driver Card
• Experience transporting gas cylinders or other dangerous goods is desirable
• Good understanding of ADR regulations and safe load securing
• Strong commitment to health and safety
• Good communication and customer service skills
• Reliable, professional and safety-conscious approach
• Pass a D&A Test

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a Class 1 HGV vehicle in accordance with all road transport and ADR legislation.
• Deliver and collect gas cylinders from commercial customers.
• Carry out daily vehicle, equipment and load safety checks.
• Check cylinders for damage, leaks or defects and report issues.
• Ensure ADR documentation, delivery paperwork, vehicle markings and safety equipment are up to date.
• Follow safe loading and unloading procedures at customer sites.
• Provide professional and courteous service to customers at delivery.
• Maintain accurate delivery and collection records.
• Follow company risk assessments, safe systems of work and site procedures.
• Report accidents, incidents, near misses, damaged cylinders or vehicle defects promptly.
• Respond to emergencies involving gas cylinders per ADR training and company procedures.
• Ensure the vehicle and load remain secure during journey.
• Comply with drivers' hours, tachograph regulations and transport legislation.
• Maintain high standard of vehicle cleanliness and presentation.
• Represent the company professionally at all times.

Skills

ADR knowledge

Health and safety

Customer service

Communication

Job description

C+E ADR Driver (JN -082026-24623) Stockton-on-Tees, England

Salary: GBP18 - GBP19 per hour

The Best Connection Middlesbrough are currently recruiting for Class 1 ADR drivers for our prestigious Stockton based client. There is available space for both day and night drivers, as well as an opportunity to tramp if preferred. This is a seasonal role with a potential permanent contract for the right driver. This role requires at least 2 years Class 1 driving experience along side a valid ADR certificate. You will be completing trunk runs delivering gas cylinders. The role requires no handball or lifting and is strictly driving.

Pay rate:

£40 night out bonus

(4 on 4 off potentially available)

Key Responsibilities

• Safely operate a Class 1 HGV vehicle in accordance with all road transport and ADR legislation.
• Deliver and collect gas cylinders from commercial customers.
• Carry out daily vehicle, equipment and load safety checks before and during each journey.
• Check cylinders for obvious damage, leaks or defects and report any issues immediately.
• Ensure all ADR documentation, delivery paperwork, vehicle markings and safety equipment are correct and up to date.
• Follow safe loading and unloading procedures at customer sites.
• Provide a professional and courteous service to customers at the point of delivery.
• Maintain accurate delivery and collection records.
• Follow company risk assessments, safe systems of work and site-specific procedures.
• Report accidents, incidents, near misses, damaged cylinders or vehicle defects promptly.
• Respond appropriately to emergencies involving gas cylinders, in line with ADR training and company procedures.
• Ensure the vehicle and load remain secure throughout the journey.
• Comply with drivers' hours, tachograph regulations and all relevant transport legislation.
• Maintain a high standard of vehicle cleanliness and presentation.
• Represent the company professionally at all times.

Requirements

• Full Class 1 (C+E) HGV licence.
• Valid ADR qualification covering the relevant gas classification
• Valid Driver CPC
• Tachograph Driver Card
• Previous experience transporting gas cylinders or other dangerous goods is highly desirable
• Good understanding of ADR regulations and safe load securing
• Strong commitment to health and safety
• Good communication and customer service skills
• Reliable, professional and safety-conscious approach to work
• Must be able to pass a D&A Test

Benefits of working for The Best Connection:

• On-going assignments
• Holiday entitlement
• Overtime
• On-line Payslips
• Pension provision
• Access to 'Perks at Work' temporary worker benefit scheme