HGV class 1 driver

UPS; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

UPS is seeking a Class 1 HGV Driver for days at Polar Speed UPS in Birmingham. You will handle scanning, safe loading, temperature-controlled deliveries, and customer service while serving GP surgeries, pharmacies, hospitals and wholesalers.

Ideal candidates hold a Class 1 C&E licence with minimal points, with DBS check and a background of motorway driving. Permanent, full-time role with a 40-hour weekly schedule Tuesday to Saturday.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Class 1 C&E category driving licence, ideally with no more than 3 points.
• For successful candidates, Polar Speed UPS will run an enhanced DBS check
• Minimum 2 years driving experience including motorways

Responsibilities

• Managing the scanning of packages or pallets to your delivery vehicle
• Ensuring the safe and secure loading of all consignments to your vehicle, using the appropriate equipment
• Assisting with the loading and unloading of deliveries
• Delivering and collecting of pharmaceutical consignments to GP Surgeries, Retail Pharmacies, Hospitals and Wholesalers
• Excellent communication and customer service skills

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Team player

Education

Class 1 C&E driving licence

Job description

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Job Description

CLASS 1 HGV DRIVER - DAYS

Polar Speed UPS, Unit 10 the Hub, Nobel Way, Birmingham, B6 7EU

Tuesday - Saturday - 40 hours per week - 1.30am start

£39,286.92 p/a, £18.89 per hour

Job Purpose And Key Responsibilities

• Managing the scanning of packages or pallets to your delivery vehicle
• Ensuring the safe and secure loading of all consignments to your vehicle, using the appropriate equipment
• Assisting with the loading and unloading of deliveries
• Ensure vehicle is always kept at the correct temperature
• Conducting vehicle safety checks, including the refrigeration unit
• Maintaining the cleanliness of both cab and chambers
• Reporting all defects as per the defect reporting process
• Adherence to all legislation governing HGV driving in the UK & IRL
• Always demonstrating a professional and safe driving competency
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Always demonstrating a professional and safe driving competency
• Delivering and collecting of pharmaceutical consignments to GP Surgeries, Retail Pharmacies, Hospitals and Wholesalers

Specialized Knowledge and Requirements

• Must hold a Class 1 C&E category driving licence, ideally with no more than 3 points
• * For successful candidates, Polar Speed UPS will run an enhanced DBS check*

Minimum 2 Years Driving Experience Including Motorways

• Previous relevant experience is advantageous
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise
• Team player mentality with ability to work on own initiative
• Appreciate the need for retaining confidentiality
• Build effective working relationships with customers, clients, colleagues and other departments across the network

Employee Type

Permanent

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