HGV driver

OA; Ashford, Staines-upon-Thames; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits as a driver for a leading global brand in High Tech Logistics. This role involves driving HGV class 2 vehicles, where you'll be responsible for delivering, offloading, and installing high-value equipment across the UK. With a focus on both driving and installation, you'll enjoy a dynamic work environment that values flexibility and communication. The company offers a competitive pension scheme, generous holiday entitlement, and development opportunities, making it a fantastic place to grow your career in logistics.

Benefits

Company Pension – 6% Employer Contribution

28 Days Holiday (Including Bank Holidays)

Development & Training Opportunities

Qualifications

• Experienced driver with a category C licence and full CPC Card.
• Good team player with a flexible and can-do attitude.

Responsibilities

• Driving HGV class 2 vehicles within the UK, delivering and installing equipment.
• Completing delivery paperwork and ensuring vehicle checks are done.

Skills

HGV Class 2 Licence

Full CPC Card

Customer Communication Skills

Health and Safety Knowledge

Tachograph Legislation Knowledge

Working Time Directive Knowledge

Flexible Attitude

Job description

Hours:

Monday to Friday – 40 hours per week – start time between 06:00-10:00

About our client:

The market leader in High Tech Logistics solutions & a trusted partner to some of the leading global medical & technical product manufacturers.

About the role:

Day to day driving of HGV class 2 vehicles within the UK, delivering, offloading, positioning and installation of customer equipment as required – 40% of role driving, 60% installation.

Roles & responsibilities of HGV driver:

• General driving duties within the UK in any class of vehicle up to that permitted by the driving licence
• Vehicle checks in line with the Staff Handbook & reporting of defects, accidents, incidents, and near-hits
• Loading and unloading vehicles, ensuring correct equipment is loaded, goods are checked, secure, and fit for transit
• Delivery, offloading, positioning, and installation for various customer jobs
• Manual handling, carrying, lifting, and installation of customer equipment
• Maintaining and cleaning of vehicles as required
• Completing delivery paperwork, timesheets, and other documentation for each job

Benefits:

• Company pension – 6% employer contribution
• 28 days holiday (including Bank Holidays), rising to a maximum of 33 days for time served
• An exciting role working for a global brand
• Development & training opportunities

Skills & experience:

• Experienced driver with a category C licence and full CPC Card
• Experience in transportation and delivery of high tech, high value systems (beneficial)
• Flexible with regards to hours
• Ability to complete required timesheets and paperwork
• Experience in dealing directly with customers and good communication skills
• Good team player with a flexible and can-do attitude
• Knowledge of Health and Safety legislation
• Knowledge of Tachograph legislation
• Knowledge of the Working Time Directive

If interested in this role, please apply below.

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