Class 1 Full-Time Relief Driver

EMR Group; Leeds; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

EMR Group Ltd is seeking a Class 1 Full-Time Relief Driver to cover periods of absence and deliver across our Northern depots. You will operate a range of vehicles, including 26t and 32t lorries, and travel between sites with nights out as required.

The role is based at Bradford Depot but will require regular travel to other depots. A 45-hour week, comprehensive training, and travel expenses reimbursed apply.

Qualifications

• Hold a HGV Class 1 (CAT C +E) licence.
• Be methodical, patient and able to work unsupervised.
• Capable of clear communication with customers and colleagues.
• Able to follow instructions and discuss changes with the line manager.
• Strong communication to avoid conflict and recognise hazards.

Responsibilities

• Transport materials between sites using various vehicles (26t, 18t, 7.5t, etc.).
• Provide coverage for drivers during holidays or sickness.
• Base at Bradford Depot with potential travel to other northern depots and nights out.
• Training provided, 45-hour work week, travel expenses reimbursed according to policy.

Skills

HGV Class 1 (CAT C +E) licence

Methodical approach

Patient and able to work unsupervised

Good communicator with customers

Follow instructions and adapt plans

Conflict avoidance

Hazard recognition and response

Job description

About Our Opportunity:

“I love working for EMR. The industry is fascinating and no two days are the same”

Our industry truly is fascinating and has the variety factor, giving you the opportunity as a Class 1 Full-Time Relief Driver primarily within the ELV Car Transporter team to meet new customers on a regular basis.

What you will be doing:

As the relief driver for European Metal Recycling, you will assume responsibility for operating a range of vehicles, including Multideck 26t car transporter, 18t Car Transporter, 7.5t Car Transporter, 18t and 26t Skip Lorries, 32t Roll on/Roll off Lorries, and Class 1 Bulk Tippers. Your duties will involve transporting materials between our sites and customer locations, offering coverage for drivers during periods of absence such as holidays or sick leave.

This role is essentially based out of our Bradford Depot, however this role would require you to shift between all our Northern depos, on occasion, work within other regional transport departments, requiring nights out. Travel expenses are reimbursed in line with company policy and are subject to limitations.

At EMR group Ltd, we prioritise Health and Safety, providing comprehensive training for each vehicle before deployment. Despite the relief driver designation, this is a Full-Time role demanding a 45-hour work week, ensuring consistent engagement and activity.

About you:

Sowhat do we need from you? Well, if you have read and stuck with us this long, you are probably on our page. You will need to:

• Hold a HGV Class 1 (CAT C +E) licence
• Take a methodical approach to work
• Be patient, able to work unsupervised, and stay calm under pressure
• Have the ability to communicate effectively with customers and co-workers, and provide a high level of customer service
• Be able to follow instructions, and know when to discuss changes to plans with your line manager
• Be a good communicator, and be able to avoid conflict
• Be able to recognise/anticipate hazardous situations and react accordingly