Class 2 Driver

ADEY Limited; Edlington; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company in the UK is looking for a Delivery Driver to ensure goods are delivered safely and professionally across the region. The ideal candidate will possess an LGV C (Class 2) driving Licence, communicate effectively with customers, and adhere to health and safety standards. The role offers £14.12 per hour, a 50-hour work week, and various benefits including holiday entitlement, pension scheme, and health initiatives.

Benefits

25 days holiday entitlement plus bank holidays

Save as you earn Sharesave Scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Contributory pension scheme - matched up to 8%

Life assurance

Free flu vouchers

Health and wellbeing initiatives

Staff discount on products

Free on-site parking

Responsibilities

• Drive company vehicles and ensure safe operation according to policies.
• Deliver goods to customer premises across the UK maintaining service levels.
• Complete documentation and report to traffic office at shift end.
• Ensure cleanliness and proper maintenance of the vehicle.
• Attend essential training related to the driver role.

Skills

Excellent verbal communication

Ability to communicate effectively with Customers and Co-Workers

Diligent attention to detail

Ability to work under pressure

Flexibility to cover working hours

Experience of working in a customer facing role

Numerate and literate

Education

Possess LGV C (Class 2) driving Licence

Digital Tachocard

Full understanding of tachograph legislation

Current CPC

Job description

Role: Responsible for carrying out deliveries across the UK while ensuring our customers get the best impression of our organisation. You are the 'face' of our business, not just our delivery driver. It's all about making a good impression with your appearance, manner and the look of your vehicle. Ensuring goods are delivered in a first-class condition, completing all necessary paperwork and above all, leaving everyone you meet with a really positive impression of you and our business.,

Here at the Genuit Group we recognise and develop the contribution our people make to the Group's success and are committed to attracting talent from the widest pool. We have a role to play in making the built environment more sustainable, building a low carbon business ourselves as well as delivering sustainable solutions at scale.

Responsibilities

• Drive company vehicles and operate company equipment in a safe and proper fashion and in accordance with company policies, procedures and legislation.
• Carry out vehicle, load and auxiliary equipment checks prior to operation of any vehicle and report any defects immediately.
• Deliver goods to customer premises across the UK ensuring service levels are maintained.
• Meet all special instructions as requested by transport office.
• Ensure that all documentation is completed and signed as required.
• On return to your base / at the end of shift report to the traffic office for a full debrief.
• Undertake a driving skills assessment at any time as requested.
• Comply with the vehicle security and standing instructions at all times.
• Wear company uniform and personal protective equipment issued at all times when on duty.
• Ensure all product is loaded on the vehicle in a safe, evenly distributed manner and secured appropriately for travel on the public highway in line with current legislative and guidance requirements.
• Maintain the cleanliness of the driving cab & condition of the vehicle you are allocated.
• Report any accidents as soon as possible and in compliance with the company's accident reporting procedure.
• Attend essential training in order to carry out the driver role.
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures, to include the Company Standards of Performance and Health and Safety Policy.
• Hold & maintain the necessary driving licence & vocational entitlement relating to your role & in the event of any changes to that status to notify the Transport Manager immediately.
• Loading and unloading of goods from vehicles.
• Stacking of empty pallets.
• Coupling and uncoupling of trailers.
• Opening and closing of vehicle curtains.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Possess LGV C (Class 2) driving Licence.
• Digital Tachocard and an up-to-date Drivers Qualification Card and have a full understanding of tachograph legislation.
• High levels of Health and Safety standards.
• Current CPC.

Skills & Attributes

• Excellent verbal communication.
• Ability to communicate effectively with Customers and Co-Workers.
• Diligent attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Flexibility to cover working hours.
• Experience of working in a customer facing role.
• Numerate and literate.

Benefits and Working Hours

• £14.12 per hour plus additional allowances.
• 50 hour average week, nights out included in this role.
• 25 days holiday entitlement plus bank holidays.
• Save as you earn Sharesave Scheme.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Contributory pension scheme - matched up to 8%.
• Life assurance (linked to pension scheme membership).
• Free flu vouchers.
• Various health & wellbeing initiatives including complimentary occupational health on-site physiotherapy and counselling services.
• Staff discount on all Genuit Group products.
• Free on-site parking.