HGV Driver/Yard Operative

H.W. Martin Group; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 41,369,000 - 58,920,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Life assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

H W Martin Fencing and Forestry Ltd is seeking a full-time HGV Driver/Yard Operative to transport fencing materials across the UK and manage yard duties at the Blackwell depot. You will drive an HGV, perform daily vehicle checks and handle stock alongside loading/unloading tasks.

The role requires a Class 1 licence, ALLMI crane competence and a Tachograph card, with English proficiency and a proactive, team-oriented attitude. Equal opportunities employer; Pension and benefits available.

Qualifications

• Class 1 Licence is essential.
• Driver CPC and Tachograph card are essential.
• ALLMI competence for crane operation is required.
• English language (speaking, reading, writing) and basic arithmetic.
• Flexible approach with good communication is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver materials to locations across the UK for fencing works.
• Load/unload materials with a Telescopic Handler.
• Perform stock checks and ensure goods inwards/outwards are documented.

Skills

Class 1 Licence

Driver CPC

Tachograph card

English language

Flexible approach

Good communication

Tools

ALLMI competence

Lorry mounted crane

Telescopic Handler

Sling and chains

Job description

H W Martin Fencing and Forestry Ltd

Job Title: HGV Driver/Yard Operative

Company: HW Martin Fencing and Forestry Ltd

Locations: Blackwell, Junction 28 M1

Salary: £17.50 per hour, equivalent to £36,400 per annum with overtime available at premium rate after 40 hours has been worked and at weekends Company pension, Life assurance, Employee Assistance Programme also available

Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

About H. W. Martin Group

From the very first local fencing contracts of the early 1970s to the multi discipline national contracts of today is a journey throughout which we have always strived to exceed our clients expectations.

We have a trained and certificated workforce of over 1,000 who deliver works and support services from design, through to build and onward maintenance for the transport and waste recycling infrastructure of the UK. With 16 substantial operations centres from Devon to Durham and from Kent to North Lanarkshire and from our head office facility in Derbyshire, we provide a truly national coverage.

The Martin Group work in partnership with our clients to self- deliver integrated, valued, and sustainable solutions to clients such as Highways England, Network Rail and Local Authorities.

About HW Martin Fencing and Forestry Ltd

As specialists in fencing and vegetation management, we are used to working with leading civil engineering contractors, highway authorities and rail networks. Since 1996, we have concentrated much of our resources on the railway industry and have steadily increased our share of work to the point where we are now a principal contractor on over three quarters of the railway network.

We have also been providing a comprehensive range of vegetation management services and solutions for over 20 years. In recent years, we have introduced a dedicated ecology department and are now able to provide a complete package for ecological and vegetation management that enhances our capability to provide an efficient holistic service.

The Role:

The role will include delivering materials to various locations in the UK to facilitate fencing work and subsequent removal of scrap back to our HQ in Blackwell. The role will also involve yard duties such as loading and unloading materials with a telescopic handler, undertaking stock checks, and ensuring goods inwards and outwards are fully documented.

Duties/Responsibilities:

HGV Driver

Safe Transport:

Securely collect and deliver materials to locations in the UK to facilitate fencing works

Securely remove scrap from sites and return back to the depot for appropriate disposal

Vehicle Care:

Complete daily pre- and post-use vehicle safety checks, maintaining vehicle cleanliness and reporting any faults promptly.

Compliance:

Drive and operate HGV vehicle in line with tachograph laws

Complete relevant paperwork as required by the business and legislation

Yard Operative

Loading and unloading materials with a Telescopic handler

Undertaking stock checks

Ensuring goods inwards and outwards are fully managed and documented

Experience & Skills

Class 1 Licence - (Essential)

ALLMI competence Lorry mounted crane + slinger (grab attachment and lifting with chains/slings) (Essential)

Telescopic Handler (desirable)

Driver CPC and Tachograph card (Essential)

Previous experience in a similar role

Ability to work under own initiative

A reasonable level of competence of the English Language (speaking, reading, and writing) and basic arithmetic.

Positive can do attitude

Good communication skills

A flexible approach

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from any suitably qualified persons.

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