HGV Class 1 Driver Taunton

Conquip Engineering Group; Torquay; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering group is seeking a dependable Class 1 Delivery Driver to join its team. The role involves ensuring timely delivery of equipment while maintaining a professional image. The position offers stability, a pension scheme, and bonuses for overnight stays, with regular hours from Monday to Friday.

Benefits

Pension scheme

Stay-away bonuses

Expenses

Overtime paid at time and a half

Qualifications

• Valid Class 1 Licence required.
• Experience as a Class 2 driver.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and collect Conquip products efficiently.
• Liaise with Transport Manager for customer satisfaction.
• Ensure adherence to driving compliance.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Compliance

Job description

Conquip Engineering Group

Conquip Engineering Group is a leading innovator in both the construction and engineering sectors, constantly pushing the boundaries through cutting edge design and robust manufacturing solutions. We are proud to be on the forefront of engineering excellence, driven by a passion for innovation and continuous improvement. We are currently seeking a dependable and experienced Class 1 Delivery Driver to join our team on a permanent basis. As a key member of our organisation, you will be responsible for ensuring the timely delivery of essential equipment for our projects while representing our company in all interactions.

Class 1 Delivery Driver Location: Taunton Depot

Our Taunton depot offers a range of perks, including stability, a pension scheme, stay-away bonuses, expenses, and overtime paid at time and a half, with a high and achievable On-Target Earnings (OTE).

The Role

Based at our depot in Taunton, you will report directly to the depot Manager whilst working with our dedicated and experienced transport team based at HQ. You will work 10-hour shifts, between the hours of 4am and 7pm, with your regular hours being 6am and 4pm, flexibility around these times is essential. You may also be required to stay overnight (up to 3 per week), with a fixed payment per stay away. This is a Monday to Friday position, with weekends off.

Main Purpose of the Role

Your primary responsibility is to work within the Transport department and ensure the safe, secure, efficient, and effective delivery of all orders. You must also adhere to all driving compliance standards in a professional and safe manner.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Deliver and collect Conquip products in a professional, efficient, and effective manner.
• Liaise with the Transport Manager to ensure a customer-first approach is taken at all times.
• Communicate with the office and customers to maintain or exceed on-time delivery.
• Adhere to all legislation, including Tachograph and DSA driving standards.
• Maintain a positive image of the Conquip brand to our customers.
• Ensure your vehicle is well-maintained and compliant with all necessary requirements.
  
  

Key Performance Indicators

• Tachograph Reports
• On-Time Delivery
• Customer Satisfaction
• Vehicle Maintenance
  
  

Basic Skills Required

• Teamwork
• Manager's Feedback
• Compliance
• Class 1 Licence
• Class 2 experience
  
  

Key Personality Traits Required

• Ability to work efficiently under pressure
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Can-do, problem-solving attitude with the ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment and take on additional tasks as needed
• Positive and high-performing mindset
• Understand and embody Conquip's 5 core values
  
  

If you are interested in this role and meet the criteria, please apply directly through this advert or contact our Head of Recruitment for an informal chat. We look forward to hearing from you.

Team Conquip