Class 1 Driver

The Best Connection; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable driving services company in Doncaster is seeking a skilled Class 1 Driver. The ideal candidate will possess extensive professional driving experience and demonstrate excellent time management and communication skills. Responsibilities include conducting collections and deliveries while adhering to stringent operational and legal guidelines. This role provides an opportunity to contribute to a long-standing partnership with clients.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in professional driving is essential.
• Good knowledge of geographical locations is required.
• Must be able to follow operational, legal, and health & safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Comply with start times according to contractual requirements.
• Conduct collections and deliveries per transport office instructions.

Skills

Previous professional driving experience

Good geographical knowledge

Ability to follow operational procedures

Good communication skills

Excellent time management

Job description

The Best Connection are looking for a class 1 Driver to work with our long standing Client in Doncaster

Experience Required

• Previous professional driving experience
• Good geographical knowledge
• Ability to follow operational, legal and H&S procedures
• Ability to read, understand and follow direction/instructions
• Good communication skills
• Excellent time management
• Working understanding of legal requirements, highway code and road traffic act
• Work well in teams as individually
• Complete routine vehicle checks
• Experience of securing loads within vehicles and/or trailers (optional)

Accountability's

• Comply with issued start times in line with contractual requirements
• Conduct collections and deliveries in accordance with the plan and/or instructions from the transport office.
• Conduct collections and deliveries within the time frames outlined
• Ensure all delivery documentation and electronic POD's are completed accurately and in real time during a working shift
• Operate all provided IT hardware and systems in line with training and operational requirements
• Ensure a thorough working knowledge of the regulations under which they operate and in particular the Highway Code & Road Traffic Act 1988, and Road Safety Act 2006