LGV Driver

Blue Octopus; West Midlands Combined Authority; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer is seeking an LGV Driver for their Hams Hall site. The role involves driving and representing the company, ensuring compliance with regulations, and providing excellent customer service. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Company Pension Scheme

Generous holiday allowance

Gym benefit

Cycle 2 Work Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Employee Referral Scheme

Service Awards

Sharesave Scheme eligibility

Financial Wellbeing Program

Qualifications

• Good standard of physical fitness required.
• Ability to work with minimum supervision.

Responsibilities

• Comply with LGV Drivers Hours Regulations.
• Complete deliveries as instructed.
• Drive in a fuel efficient, safe way.

Skills

Communication

Geographical Knowledge

Physical Fitness

Education

Current LGV License

Job description

LGV Driver

Hams Hall, Coleshill, Birmingham

Competitive Salary

Full Time, Permanent

We are currently looking for an enthusiastic individual to join our Distribution team in the position of LGV Driver at our Hams Hall site.

The purpose of this role is to facilitate the Company’s delivery strategy, by driving a Company LGV livered delivery vehicle and operating to the high standards of professionalism and safety set out by Forterra.

An LGV Driver will not be just a driver but will be a Company representative. The role of our driver is critical to our first-class Customer Service offering as you will be one of the initial points of contact for our business.

An LGV Driver’s role will involve a degree of climbing and manual handling, therefore a good standard of physical fitness is essential.

Your duties would include but not limited to the following:

• Comply with LGV Drivers Hours Regulations

• Ensure that none of the Companies Undertakings with regards to Goods Vehicle Operator Licensing are breached

• Comply with all Legislation relating to the Road Traffic Act or other relevant legislation

• Comply with all Health & Safety legislation & Company Health & Safety Policy

• Complete deliveries as instructed

• Communicate any issues relevant parties

• Drive in a fuel efficient, safe, conscious way

• Average of 2 nights out per week

• Any other relevant duties as requested by management

About You:

• You will need a current LGV license

• Good geographical knowledge

• Excellent communication skills

• Ability to work with minimum supervision

• Good standard of physical fitness

• Ability to work within set time frames

• Basic understanding of Health, Safety & Risk Assessment

What We Can Offer You:

• Competitive Salary and Benefits package

• Life Assurance and Company Pension Scheme up to 10% employer contribution

• Generous holiday allowance

• Gym benefit and Cycle 2 Work Scheme

• Access to Employee Assistance Programme for self and family members

• Employee Referral Scheme

• Service Awards

• Sharesave Scheme eligibility

• Holiday Exchange Scheme

• Financial Wellbeing Program

• Personal development and opportunities for progression

We are a leading manufacturer of a diverse and trusted range of concrete and clay building products used extensively within the construction sector, with instantly recognisable brands including Thermalite block, Bison Precast and the iconic London Brick.

Our complete product range comprises of clay bricks, aircrete blocks, aggregate blocks, precast concrete, flooring products, permeable paving and chimney, roofing, and flue systems.

Forterra’s purpose is to build lasting legacies, manufacturing a range of products from the ground up to support customers with their construction projects.

We are proud to be at the forefront of the industries’ safety standards and are committed to achieving zero harm in our workplaces.