Class 2 HGV Driver

TradeChoice Carpet & Flooring; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

TradeChoice Carpet & Flooring is seeking an experienced Class 2 HGV Driver to support our busy warehouse and transport stock to our branches. You will be responsible for multi-drop deliveries, ensuring safety, efficiency and on-schedule arrivals.

Great hours: 6am to 3:30pm, Monday to Friday, with one Saturday morning every six for one hour.

Qualifications

• Valid Class 2 HGV licence with a clean driving record.
• Driver CPC is required.
• Knowledge of tachograph rules and road safety regulations.
• Ability to lift heavy items and perform loading/unloading tasks.
• Strong time management and ability to work independently or within a team.

Responsibilities

• Oversee loading/unloading of the HGV to ensure safety and proper procedures.
• Conduct deliveries, obtain customer signatures as proof of receipt.
• Maintain tachograph compliance and safety regulations.
• Keep vehicle clean and well-maintained; report incidents promptly.
• Complete daily vehicle inspection sheets and coordinate with Operations Manager.
• Schedule servicing, MOTs and inspections as needed.
• Provide assistance in the warehouse when required.

Skills

Class 2 HGV Licence

Driver CPC

Road safety regulations

Heavy lifting

Time management

Teamwork

Job description

Do you hold a valid Class 2 HGV Licence and looking for a new challenge?, Here at TradeChoice Carpet and Flooring we are looking for an experienced Class 2 HGV Driver to support our busy warehouse helping to transport stock to our branches. You will be responsible for performing multi-drop deliveries safely, efficiently and on schedule.

Great hours: 6am to 3:30pm / Monday to Friday (1 Saturday morning in every 6 for just one hour)

Key responsibilities

• Oversee the loading and unloading of the HGV to ensure it is conducted correctly and safely.
• Conduct quality checks upon delivery and obtain customer signatures as proof of receipt.
• Maintain full compliance with tachograph legislation and relevant safety regulations.
• Keep the vehicle clean, well-maintained, and free from preventable damage.
• Report any accidents or incidents immediately, following company procedures.
• Complete and submit daily vehicle inspection sheets to the Operations Manager.
• Take proactive responsibility for vehicle servicing, MOT scheduling, and inspections.
• Provide assistance in the warehouse as needed.

Qualifications

• Valid commercial driving licence (C) with a clean driving record.
• Valid Driver CPC
• Strong knowledge of road safety regulations and best practices for transporting goods.
• Ability to lift heavy items and perform physical tasks associated with loading and unloading cargo.
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to work independently or as part of a team