HGV Class 1 Tanker Driver

Menzies Distribution Solutions; Burton CP; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company is seeking an experienced HGV Class 1 Tanker Driver in Burton. The role involves delivering and collecting products, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. Ideal candidates will have a valid driving license and relevant driving experience. Offering salary of £35,036.71 per annum, with additional overtime and benefits including a pension scheme.

Benefits

Pension Scheme

Employee Assistance Program

Parking onsite

Qualifications

• Candidate must be 25 years or older with at least 2 years relevant driving experience.
• No more than 6 points on the license.
• Tanker (Food Grade) experience required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and collect products safely and efficiently.
• Comply with all driving regulations and company procedures.
• Report any vehicle defects or safety issues.

Skills

Excellent driving skills

Customer service

Health and Safety awareness

Numeracy & literacy

Education

Current valid C1, C, C+E license

Driver Qualification Card

Tools

Digi-tacho card

Job description

HGV Class 1 Tanker Driver

Menzies Distribution Solutions are looking for a HGV Class 1 Tanker Driver to join us, providing a first class service with our team in Burton. You’ll be undertaking the delivery & collection of product on behalf ofMenzies Distribution Solutions and its customers,driving company vehicles to agreed standards and following all Health & Safety (H&S) requirements. Ensuring all driving regulations & other compliance standards are maintained. To drive safely and efficiently whilst adhering to Highway Code guidelines and the Road Traffic Act.

The Details:

• Shift Pattern: Monday - Friday Rotaing Shifts
• Salary:£35,036.71 Per Annum / £14.96 Per Hour
• Start & Finish Times: Week 1 04:00-13:00. Week 2 13:00-22:00
• Overtime Available: Up to 12Hrs £14.96 P/H, After 12Hrs £16.10 P/H, OT Shift £18.88 P/H
• Hours: 48 Hours Per Week Average
• Holiday Allowance: 28 Days Including Bank Holidays
• Monthly Pay
• Parking onsite

HGV Class 1 Driver Duties (will include but not be limited to):

• General driving duties, observing current legal and best practice delivering and collection to/from our customer’s premises or other Menzies locations.
• Wearing correct company uniform & PPE (clean & in good repair).
• Maintaining a professional standard when representing Menzies whilst delivering, driving or collecting products.
• Carry out pre-use checks prior to using any equipment / vehicle / trailer, complying with appropriate documentation &procedures.
• Reporting of any vehicle defects / damage or H&S issues to Menzies management.
• Ensuring that vehicle loads are safe and damage free, secured with the appropriate restraints as per company procedures / Safe Systems of Work.
• Check/ complete /retain and hand over all load documentation/POD’s and delivery paperwork.
• Ensure that the returned goods process is followed at all times.
• Provide relevant feedback to management on information gathered whilst completing your duties.
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness using all equipment safely as specified in operating procedures and Safe Systems of Work.
• Comply with all EU drivers’ hours/tachograph / WTD regulations. (including GB Domestic where appropriate).
• Adhere to all H&S rules. Comply with other sites rules and maintain high standards of compliance, hygiene and housekeeping.
• Operate in accordance with Menzies’s policies and procedures.
• Nights out may be required in line with operational requirements.
• Comply with any other reasonable requests from Management.

Key Experience and Qualifications:

• Candidate must be 25 years of age or over with at least 2 years relevant driving experience (desirable)
• Candidate must have no more than 6 points (current) on their license and no endorsements for DD / DR offence codes.
• Tanker (Food Grade) Experience - No ADR Required
• Must have a current, valid license appropriate to the category required. (C1 for 7.5t MAM, C for rigid vehicles up to 32 MAM and C+E for articulated vehicles) (MAM maximum authorized Mass)
• Candidates with a non-GB driving license and who live in GB must provide evidence of a GB
• Certificate of registration, which can be obtained free from the DVLA on submission of Form D9.
• Must be capable of passing a company driving assessment.
• Must have experience of loading / unloading and delivering goods to customer premises.
• Experience of multi-drop deliveries desirable.
• A reasonable geographical knowledge of the UK.
• Good understanding of Drivers Hours & WTD regulations.
• A current Driver Qualification Card and preferably have accrued sufficient hours towards the next qualification period.
• Must have a current /working digi-tacho card.
• Must be able to pass a company medical.

Technical skills and behavioral competencies:

• Excellent driving skills.
• Ability to work alone and as part of a team.
• Good customer service and communication skills.
• Health and Safety conscious. Demonstrate Menzies company values.
• Ability to complete record sheets and paperwork accurately.
• Reasonable level of fitness to work with loads.
• Trustworthy and reliable.
• Demonstrate a reasonable standard of numeracy & literacy.
• Ability to read, write, understand and communicate in English.

Benefits

• Pension Scheme
• Employee Assistance Program