HGV Class 1 Driver

ADM; Knottingley; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled HGV Class 1 Driver to join their team in Knottingley. In this vital role, you will be responsible for safely operating LGV vehicles, delivering products, and ensuring compliance with transport legislation. The company offers a dynamic work environment with flexible hours and opportunities for career growth. Join a forward-thinking organization that values diversity and promotes a culture of continuous learning and support for mental health. If you're ready to take the next step in your driving career, this is the opportunity for you!

Benefits

Subsidized Health & Fitness Offers

Maternity and Paternity Leave Support

Mental Health Aware Training

Employee Resource Groups

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid LGV C & E license and DCPC qualification.
• Knowledge of road transport legislation is essential.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate LGV vehicles to deliver products to customers.
• Complete relevant paperwork accurately and assist in training.

Skills

Customer Service Skills

Knowledge of Road Transport Legislation

Ability to Lift Heavy Items

Education

Valid LGV C & E License

DCPC Qualification Card

Job description

Your Role
An opportunity has arisen at ADM Milling for a HGV Class 1 Driver based in Knottingley, West Yorkshire. The successful candidate will safely operate all types of the Company’s LGVs, delivering bulk (class 1) or bagged (class 2) products. In this role, you will be required to work a shift pattern of any 5 days from 7 (inclusive of bank holidays). However, shift patterns may vary after consultation by the company. All roles require flexible start times and participation in the overtime working rota will be required.

Your Responsibilities
Reporting to the Transport Manager or deputy, the key areas of responsibility are:

1. Working safely.
2. Drive and operate the LGV vehicle in accordance with current legislation.
3. Unload and deliver flour sacks from LGVs to customers' premises.
4. Discharge bulk flour in accordance with company operating procedures.
5. Assist in training and development of colleagues.
6. Deal with customers in a professional manner.
7. Accurate completion of all relevant paperwork (vehicle defect reports, daily driver debrief sheet, safety observation reports, etc.).

Your Profile
• A valid LGV C & E license.
• DCPC qualification card.
• Comprehensive knowledge of road transport legislation (EU driver’s hours, RTD, Highway Code, etc.).
• Excellent customer service skills.
• The ability to lift heavy items (i.e., 16 kg flour sacks).
• Previous bulk powder or liquid discharge experience is an advantage; however, full training will be given.

Your Future Perspective
Challenging tasks, short decision-making processes, and a high level of personal responsibility in a modern work environment with flexible work time models. Room for innovative thinking and growth with the possibility to manage your own career path. A company culture that promotes continuous learning and diversity. To assist with this, all colleagues are able to join our Women’s and Multicultural Employee Resource Groups, the ADM Pride Employee Network, and the Young Professionals Network, as well as the company-wide mentorship programme as mentor or mentee. Excellent career opportunities in a world-leading nutrition company. An attractive remuneration package including a variety of social benefits like subsidized health & fitness offers. ADM is a company where managers and colleagues are encouraged to discuss and enable the flexibility needed to meet the demands of work and life. Additional benefits and support for maternity and paternity leave. ADM advocates for a workforce that is aware of their mental health. In addition to our network of Mental Health First Aiders, all new starters to the business will be enrolled in ‘Mental Health Aware’ training within three months of joining the business.

Learn more about ADM at www.adm.com. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and value diversity at our company to encourage a diverse range of perspectives, skills, experience, and knowledge within our business. To assist with this, the Company has established a UK Diversity forum to support the participation of underrepresented groups in the workplace. If you feel this job is for you, unlock your potential and apply now online, informing us about your earliest possible entry date and salary expectation. By applying for this position, you agree to ADM’s privacy notice.

#IncludingYou
Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are cornerstones of ADM’s efforts to continue innovating, driving growth, and delivering outstanding performance. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and creating welcoming, truly inclusive work environments — environments that enable every ADM colleague to feel comfortable on the job, make meaningful contributions to our success, and grow their career. We respect and value the unique backgrounds and experiences that each person can bring to ADM because we know that diversity of perspectives makes us better, together.

About ADM
At ADM, we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With industry-advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste, and a commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. We’re a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world’s premier agricultural origination and processing company. Our breadth, depth, insights, facilities, and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food, beverages, health and wellness, and more. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we enrich the quality of life the world over. Learn more at www.adm.com.

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About the Company

The Archer-Daniels-Midland Company, commonly known as ADM, is an American multinational food processing and commodities trading corporation founded in 1902 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.