Class 1 Driver

Contract Personnel Ltd; Newmarket; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime bonus scheme

Job summary

Contract Personnel Ltd near Newmarket is recruiting a reliable Class 1 Driver to join a long-established, family-run client. The role involves multi-drop deliveries of steel products across the region with a professional and customer-focused approach.

You will perform daily vehicle checks, load/unload safely, follow delivery schedules and assist with yard duties when required. A valid Class 1 licence with CPC and Digital Tachograph is preferred, along with good knowledge of tachograph rules.

Qualifications

• A valid Class 1 licence, with CPC and Digital Tachograph.
• Previous multi-drop delivery experience would be advantageous.
• Experience handling or delivering steel products would be beneficial but is not essential.
• A good understanding of driver hours, tachograph legislation and load security.
• A professional and customer-focused approach.
• Reliable, safety-conscious and able to work independently.
• Good communication skills and the ability to follow delivery schedules and instructions.

Responsibilities

• Driving a company vehicle on multi-drop delivery routes.
• Completing daily vehicle checks before setting off and ensuring the vehicle and load remain safe and secure.
• Following planned delivery schedules and keeping the Transport Office updated regarding any delays or issues.
• Loading and unloading steel products safely at various customer sites.
• Ensuring the correct materials are delivered to each customer efficiently and on time.
• Providing a high standard of customer service and maintaining a polite and professional manner at all times.
• Following all relevant road traffic, tachograph and health & safety legislation.
• Adhering to customer site rules and company safe working procedures.
• Reporting any vehicle defects, accidents, damaged goods or delivery issues to the Transport Team.
• When driving duties are not available, assisting with general yard and operational duties.

Skills

Class 1 Licence

CPC

Digital Tachograph

Multi-drop deliveries

Steel product handling

Customer service

Job description

Class 1 Driver

We are very pleased to be recruiting on behalf of our long-established, family-run client, based near Newmarket. They are looking for a reliable and professionalC+E Driver to join their busy operation, carrying out multi-drop deliveries of steel products to customers across the region.

The Role

As a Class 1 Driver, your main responsibilities will include:

• Driving a company vehicle on multi-drop delivery routes.
• Completing daily vehicle checks before setting off and ensuring the vehicle and load remain safe and secure.
• Following planned delivery schedules and keeping the Transport Office updated regarding any delays or issues.
• Loading and unloading steel products safely at various customer sites.
• Ensuring the correct materials are delivered to each customer efficiently and on time.
• Providing a high standard of customer service and maintaining a polite and professional manner at all times.
• Following all relevant road traffic, tachograph and health & safety legislation.
• Adhering to customer site rules and company safe working procedures.
• Reporting any vehicle defects, accidents, damaged goods or delivery issues to the Transport Team.
• When driving duties are not available, assisting with general yard and operational duties. These duties will vary depending on the needs of the business, with appropriate training provided.

The Ideal Candidate

• A valid Class 1 licence, with CPC and Digital Tachograph.
• Previous multi-drop delivery experience would be advantageous.
• Experience handling or delivering steel products would be beneficial but is not essential.
• A good understanding of driver hours, tachograph legislation and load security.
• A professional and customer-focused approach.
• Reliable, safety-conscious and able to work independently.
• Good communication skills and the ability to follow delivery schedules and instructions.

Salary & Benefits

The company is offering a competitive basic salary, with excellent earning potential through their overtime bonus scheme.

This is a varied role with a well-established, family-run business, offering the opportunity to become part of a friendly and experienced team while working within a busy and rewarding operation.