Class 2 Driver / Handler (Ashford, Middlesex TW15 1BL)

Rhenus Logistics; Ashford; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Continuous Training

Great Team

Flat Hierarchies

Room for Innovation

Events

Quick Decision Processes

Job summary

Rhenus Logistics is seeking an experienced driver to perform general driving duties across the UK and Europe, with responsibilities including loading, unloading, and installing customer equipment. The role may require night shifts and staying away from home on a regular basis.

You will be part of a team that values practical solutions, quick decisions, and a proactive approach to safety and quality. Join a driven workforce committed to excellence and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Experienced driver with clean driving licence.
• Willingness to stay away from home regularly and work night shifts.
• Experience in dealing directly with customers and strong communication skills.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations relevant to transport.
• Familiarity with tachograph rules and working time regulations.

Responsibilities

• Perform general driving duties within the UK and Europe across various vehicle classes.
• Carry out vehicle checks and report defects and incidents.
• Complete delivery paperwork and timesheets accurately.
• Load and unload goods ensuring secure handling and correct equipment.
• Position/install customer equipment as required for jobs.
• Possess strong customer service and communication during on-site visits.
• Supervise and guide assistants if nominated Team Leader and brief safety procedures.

Skills

Clean driving licence

Customer communication

Team player

Health & safety knowledge

Tachograph regulations

Working Time Directive knowledge

Job description

Your Benefits

Continuous Training

Sharpen your skills and advance your expertise with our professional development programs.

Great Team

It’s truly the people that make the difference — and with us you’ll join the best team around.

Flat Hierarchies

Get straight through to the decision-makers with our streamlined organizational structure.

Room for Innovation

Turn your ideas into action in an environment that champions creativity and empowers you to lead change.

Events

From team outings to holiday parties and networking events, we build strong connections by spending quality time together.

Quick Decision Processes

Make things happen faster with streamlined processes that promote efficiency and effectiveness.

Job Description

What you can expect

Day-to-day driving of various vehicles within the UK and Europe, delivering, offloading, positioning, and installing customer equipment as required. The position may require you to work night shifts, be away from home on occasions, and work on rail infrastructure premises.

At Rhenus, we believe everyone plays a crucial role. Whether you’re driving a truck, managing inventory, or handling customer enquiries, your actions drive our success. We value practical solutions and quick decisions, empowering you to take ownership and make a difference.

Recognised as a top employer and united by a common goal, we are committed to fostering a workplace culture that encourages entrepreneurial spirit, continued growth, and excellence.

The future isn’t just built by the company – it is shaped by each of us working together. Join our Rhenus community to make an impact and grow alongside a team of passionate people who are dedicated to making a difference.

#empoweredbyyou

What you bring

Main Activities

• General driving duties as required within the UK and Europe in any class of vehicle up to that permitted by the driving licence
• Vehicle checks in line with the Staff Handbook & the reporting of defects and all accidents/incidents and near-hits
• Loading and Unloading of vehicles ensuring correct equipment is loaded and all goods are checked, secure and fit for transit
• Delivery, offloading, positioning and installing as required for various customer jobs
• Manual handling, carrying, lifting and installation as required of customer equipment
• Maintaining and cleaning of vehicles as required
• Completing delivery paperwork, timesheets and other paperwork as required for each job
• If nominated Team Leader of the job you will be required to be responsible for the supervision and guidance of your assistants and ensure Safety Briefings take place
• Maintain the standards of the company as defined in ISO9001 and ISO14001
• You may be required to undertake other tasks in line with the needs of the business
• Responsible for escalating training needs on an on-going basis
• Keep your taco and driver card download up to date within the company requirements.

Key Skills And Experience

• Experienced driver with clean licence
• Experience in the transportation and delivery of high tech, high value systems would be beneficial
• Must be flexible with regards to hours and be prepared to stay away from home on a regular basis
• Ability to complete required timesheets and paperwork as required
• Experience in dealing directly with customers contacts and good communication skills
• Good team member with a flexible and can-do attitude
• Knowledge of Health and Safety legislation
• Knowledge of Tachograph legislation
• Knowledge of the Working Time Directive