HGV 1 Driver- Nights

Leader Online; Middlesbrough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK ecommerce retailer is seeking an HGV Driver to safely transport goods across various locations. The role involves long-distance driving, compliance with road safety regulations, and basic vehicle maintenance. Candidates must possess a valid HGV Class 1 licence and demonstrate excellent driving skills and road safety awareness. This position offers competitive pay, growth opportunities, and a dynamic team environment.

Benefits

Competitive pay and benefits

Growth opportunities and career development

22 days holiday per year plus bank holidays

Salary sacrifice pension scheme

Staff discounts on the Leader product range

Subsidised gym membership

Employee Referral Bonus

Qualifications

• Experience in long-distance driving and knowledge of load securing techniques.
• Basic mechanical skills for vehicle checks and minor repairs.

Responsibilities

• Operative HGVs (Class 1) to transport goods to various destinations.
• Adhere to all road safety and traffic regulations.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.

Skills

Excellent driving skills

Road safety awareness

Strong communications skills

Ability to work independently

Excellent knowledge of UK road networks

Education

Valid HGV Class 1 licence

Digital Tachograph Card

Job description

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At Leader Online Ltd, our values guide everything we do. We believe in the power of Teamwork, working together as one team with a shared vision. We show Care for ourselves, each other, our business, and the environment. We are Customer Centric, always placing the customer at the heart of what we do. And we act with Respect and Integrity, doing the right thing with honesty, responsibility, and accountability.

Reporting directly to Transport Manager or Depot Team Leader, as an HGV Driver you will be responsible for the safe transportation of goods from one location to another. The role involves long-distance driving, adherence to road safety regulations, and timely delivery of cargo. This position requires a valid HGV license and knowledge of vehicle maintenance.

The successful candidate will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Employment is conditional upon the satisfactory return of this check in accordance with our safeguarding and recruitment policies.

As part of our commitment to health and safety in the workplace, Leader Online operates a policy of random drug and alcohol testing. Applicants should be aware that successful candidates may be required to participate in testing during the course of their employment.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities

This role will include taking accountability for:

Driving and Delivery

• Operative HGVs (Class 1) to transport goods to various destinations
• Ensure timely and safe delivery of goods as per the schedule
• Follow designated routes and schedules
• Always drive the vehicle in line with all statutory and legislative regulations
  
  

Safety and Compliance

• Adhere to all road safety and traffic regulations, including telematics and driving rules
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections to ensure roadworthiness
• Comply with all UK and EU driving regulations and the Working Time Directive and ensure that breaks are taken
• Use Tacho and ensure all driving rules are followed and adhered to
• Use the driving App to ensure compliance to all required driving standards
• Ensure Health and Safety of yourself and others by carrying out all activities in a manner that promotes safety to yourself and your colleagues
• Ensure that goods are loaded, secured and uploaded safely
• Use phones for work matters only as and when legally able and safe to do so
  
  

Vehicle Maintenance

• Perform basic vehicle maintenance and report any mechanical issues, defects or delivery problems daily in a timely fashion
• Ensure the vehicle is clean and presentable and do not smoke in vehicles
• Ensure load stability, security and protection at all times
• Report potential risks, problems, or product defects immediately to your Team Leader
  
  

Documentation and record keeping

• Maintain accurate records of deliveries, mileage and vehicle maintenance
• Complete delivery paperwork and obtain necessary signatures
  
  

Customer Service

• Interact professionally and courteously with clients, customers, road users and pedestrians
• Handle vehicles and loads with care and ensure secure loading and unloading to avoid any possible damages
• Using all equipment respectfully, safely and as trained
  
  

Company objectives

• Supporting all other areas of the business as and when required including drivers and the warehouse
• Participate actively in continuous process improvement projects, seek ways to develop and maximise vehicle fill, load securing and to support and improve customer service levels
• Ensure all business and individual key performance indicators are met
• Contribute actively to achieving departmental service level and targets
• Be a Leader ambassador to all customers and the public with impeccable driving and operating of your vehicle
  
  

Key Requirements

• Valid HGV Class 1 licence
• Digital Tachograph Card
• Excellent knowledge of UK road networks
• Excellent driving skills and road safety awareness
• Basic mechanical skills for vehicle checks and minor repairs
• Strong communications skills
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively
• Reliable and punctual with a strong sense of responsibility
• Excellent team player with a "can-do" attitude
• Experience in long-distance driving and knowledge of load securing techniques
  
  

Working Conditions

• Long hours and overnight trips may be required
• Variable weather conditions
• Physical demands include loading and unloading goods
• Shift patterns may include early morning, evenings, weekend and public holidays
  
  
  

Benefits

• Competitive pay and benefits
• Growth opportunities and career development
• Fun, fast-paced team environment
• Chance to drive customer loyalty in a leading UK ecommerce retailer
• 22 days holiday per year, together with bank holidays, and a scheme to enable employees to purchase an additional 3 days holiday from the Company, or sell back 2 days of holiday to the Company;
• Length of Service holiday awards: 1 extra day for every 3 years service;
• Salary sacrifice pension scheme with employer contributions of 3% in line with current statutory requirements;
• Salary sacrifice Cycle-to-work scheme;
• Staff discounts on the Leader product range;
• Subsidised gym membership;
• Employee Assistance Programme, Access to Wellbeing Advice & Counselling
• Employee Referral Bonus
• £17.25ph

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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