Class 1 or Class 2 HGV Driver (Thurrock)

ASD Limited; Thurrock; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Assurance

Contributory Pension

Long Service Awards

Discount cards for shops and restaurants

Job summary

A leading metal stockholder in the UK is seeking an experienced Class 1 or Class 2 HGV Driver to work on-site in Thurrock. The role includes driving goods safely, overseeing deliveries, and maintaining vehicle standards. The ideal candidate will hold a full DCPC certification and have experience in warehousing or distribution. A competitive salary and an attractive benefits package, including life assurance and a contributory pension, are offered for this position.

Qualifications

• Full DCPC certification required for drivers.
• Experience in warehousing or distribution is necessary.
• Ability to record work accurately and read instructions.
• Knowledge of EHS requirements in warehouse/distribution.

Responsibilities

• Drive and carry goods to and from locations safely.
• Oversee unloading at customer premises.
• Check load security and follow fueling best practices.
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness and safety standards.
• Update documentation for transported products.

Skills

HGV driving skills

Health & Safety awareness

Flexible working

Load Securement

Health & Safety

Documentation

Education

Full DCPC certification

Job description

ASDis 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 in combination with our expertise enables us to deliver cost efficient metal solutions and high-quality steel products.

As a pioneer of digital transformation in the steel and metal industry we continuously strive to add value to our customers by investing into 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.

We are looking for an experienced Class 1 or Class 2 HGVDriverto work from our site in Thurrock.

Hours of work are 5:30am- 4:45pm Monday to Friday.

The role is to:

• Carry out driving & related duties involved with the carriage of goods to & fromASDclient locations. Ensuring driving is carried out in a safe & efficient manner, in full compliance with road traffic regulations.
• To oversee the safe unloading of vehicles at customer premises, ensuring Proofs of Delivery are signed & returned without delay.
• To check the load security & weight distribution according to latest safe working practices before setting out & after each drop.
• As required, & appropriately trained, works mobile equipment to load &/or unload vehicles.
• Follows best practices for fuel efficient driving.
• Actively takes responsibility for keeping vehicle clean & tidy.
• Is proactive in identifying potential health & safety hazards in the workplace.
• Ensures vehicles are in safe condition, with daily checks correctly completed before use, & are operated in a safe manner.

As required accurately updates documentation relating to the carriage of products.

• Full DCPC
• Used to working in a flexible, results oriented, team environment.
• Drivers are required to fulfil 35 hours of training for their DCPC
• Has worked in warehousing or distribution business.
• HGVdriving skills (& licensed to the appropriate vehicle class).
• Able to read written instructions & record accurately work carried out.
• Understanding and experience of EHS requirements, in a warehouse or distribution environment.

The company and benefits:

ASDLimited are one of the largest stockholder & distributor in its field in the UK and Ireland. We are also one of the leading service centre companies in the European markets.

We have invested over £15 million in processing equipment over the last few years putting us at the forefront of the metal processing industry.

As well as a competitive salary we also offer an attractive benefits package which include:

Life Assurance

Contributory Pension

Long Service Awards

Discount cards for shops and restaurants