HGV Class 2 Driver

GI Group Main Account; Ampthill; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company is seeking an HGV Class 2 Driver based in Ampthill, Bedford. The role involves the delivery and collection of products, requiring a valid driving licence and HIAB qualification. Key responsibilities include ensuring safe operations, inspecting equipment, and completing necessary paperwork. The position offers benefits like 25 days annual leave, a pension scheme, and a variety of employee perks. Candidates should have a strong focus on customer service and flexibility in working hours.

Benefits

25 Days Annual Leave

Workplace Pension Scheme

Employee Assistance Program

Discounted Gym Membership

Health & Wellbeing Discount Vouchers

Milestone Birthdays Additional leave

Work Anniversary Bonus's

Refer a Friend Scheme

Qualifications

• HGV Class 2 Driving Licence is essential.
• HIAB qualification is essential.
• At least 2 years commercial driving experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Delivering and collecting units and equipment for customers.
• Inspecting units and equipment for damage upon collection.
• Completing necessary company paperwork for delivery/collection.

Skills

HGV Class 2 Driving Licence

HIAB qualification

Customer focused experience

Good geographical knowledge

Good physical health

Flexibility with overtime

Job description

HIAB - HGV Class 2 Driver

Salary: £38,703.60, standard 45 hr week
Avg. Salary: £45,154.20, average 50 hr per week
Location: Ampthill, Bedford
Days: Monday to Friday 06.00 - 15.30 hrs. or 08.30 to 18.00 hrs.

The Vacancy

As an LGV Class 2 Driver you are responsible for the delivery and collection of our products.

What's in it for you!

• 25 Days Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays (Increasing with length of service)
• Workplace Pension Scheme
• Life Assurance Scheme

Colleague Benefits!

• Employee Assistance Program
• High Street Discount Vouchers
• Discounted Gym Membership
• Health & Wellbeing Discount Vouchers
• Cycle to Work & Home & Tech Scheme Benefits
• Milestone Birthdays Additional leave
• Work Anniversary Bonus's
• Refer a Friend Scheme

About You!

• HGV Class 2 Driving Licence is essential.
• HIAB qualification is essential.
• At least 2 years commercial driving experience.
• Good geographical knowledge of the local and surrounding areas.
• Customer focused experience and expertise to deliver the role fully.
• Good physical health; role can be physically demanding at times.
• Flexible in approach to work, able to work reasonable overtime if required, and adhere to all health & safety practice.

About the Role!

• Delivering/collecting the company's units and equipment to customers at the right location and time, planning to optimise fuel consumption and driver time.
• Inspecting all units and equipment on collection to ensure it is in good order, recording any visible damage, excess dirtiness, missing items, etc.
• Ensuring all necessary company paperwork is completed correctly to avoid disputes later, e.g., signatures for delivery/collection, damage, or missing plant.
• Driving company vehicles safely, courteously and responsibly, complying with transport regulations, driving hours, and tacograph requirements.
• Operating all lifting equipment safely and in accordance with Company Safety Directives and method statements; loading/unloading plant and equipment following safety practice and method statements; ensuring axle weights are not exceeded.
• Carrying out daily checks of vehicle and any lifting/holding equipment (including straps and chains), recording defects and reporting them to the Foreman/Depot Manager/Fleet Manager.

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