Class 1 HGV Driver

TN United Kingdom; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced Class 1 HGV Driver to join their dynamic team in Edinburgh. This role offers the opportunity to work in a flexible environment, ensuring the safe and efficient transportation of goods. You will be responsible for adhering to road traffic regulations, maintaining vehicle safety, and participating in continuous improvement activities. With a strong commitment to sustainability and innovation, this company provides a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, making it an exciting opportunity for those looking to advance their career in the logistics sector.

Benefits

Lease Cars via Salary Sacrifice

Contributory Pension

Long Service Awards

Discount cards for shops and restaurants

Gym & Health Club discounts

Holiday Trading

Cycle to Work Scheme

Medicash Programme

Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme

Lifetime Financial Wellbeing

Qualifications

• Must have a valid HGV license and complete DCPC training.
• Experience in a flexible, results-oriented team environment is essential.

Responsibilities

• Carry out driving duties safely and efficiently, ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Oversee unloading at customer premises and maintain vehicle cleanliness.

Skills

Full DCPC

HGV driving skills

Warehousing or distribution experience

Ability to read instructions

Understanding of EHS requirements

Job description

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For our site ASD in Edinburgh we are looking for

Class 1 HGV Driver

ASD is one of the leading metal stockholders and processing suppliers in the UK. We are renowned for supplying a diverse range of ferrous and non-ferrous products. Our extensive in-house processing portfolio, combined with our expertise, enables us to deliver cost-efficient metal solutions and high-quality steel products.

As pioneers of digital transformation in the steel and metal industry, we continuously strive to add value to our customers by investing in digital technologies and introducing innovative eProcurement solutions.

We are passionate about sustainability and aim to transform our industry by playing an active role in building a sustainable future for our employees, customers, community, and future generations.

The role is to

We are looking for an experienced Class 1 HGV Driver to work from our site in Newbridge.

Hours of work are 7am to 5pm Monday to Friday.

1. Carry out driving and related duties involved with the carriage of goods to and from ASD client locations, ensuring driving is carried out safely and efficiently, in full compliance with road traffic regulations.
2. Oversee the safe unloading of vehicles at customer premises, ensuring Proofs of Delivery are signed and returned without delay.
3. Check load security and weight distribution according to the latest safe working practices before setting out and after each drop.
4. Operate mobile equipment to load and/or unload vehicles as required and appropriately trained.
5. Follow best practices for fuel-efficient driving.
6. Participate in continuous improvement activities (TPM, 5S, etc).
7. Maintain vehicle cleanliness and tidiness.
8. Proactively identify potential health and safety hazards in the workplace.
9. Ensure vehicles are in safe condition, with daily checks correctly completed before use, and operated safely.
10. Accurately update documentation related to the carriage of products as required.

Relevant skills:

• Full DCPC
• Experience working in a flexible, results-oriented team environment.
• Complete 35 hours of DCPC training.
• Experience in warehousing or distribution.
• HGV driving skills and licensed for the appropriate vehicle class.
• Ability to read instructions and record work accurately.
• Understanding of EHS requirements in a warehouse or distribution environment.

The company and benefits:

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer an attractive benefits package including:

• Lease Cars via Salary Sacrifice
• Contributory Pension
• Long Service Awards
• Discount cards for shops and restaurants
• Gym & Health Club discounts
• Holiday Trading
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Medicash Programme
• Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme
• Lifetime Financial Wellbeing