HGV Driver / Yard Person

H W Martin; Bristol; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced HGV Driver / Yard Person to join their dynamic team. This role involves a variety of tasks, including HGV driving, stock control, and yard maintenance, all while ensuring a safe working environment. The ideal candidate will be physically fit and possess strong communication skills, with a positive attitude towards health and safety. This position offers secure employment and the opportunity for progression within a well-established company that values teamwork and initiative. If you're ready for a new challenge, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Company Pension

Secure employment

Team culture

Opportunity for progression

Qualifications

• Experience in HGV driving and yard maintenance is essential.
• Ability to work outdoors and handle physically demanding tasks.

Responsibilities

• Ensure availability of materials for site-based operatives.
• Operate machinery safely and maintain yard security.
• Manage stock control and oversee collections/deliveries.

Skills

HGV Class 1

Forklift operation

Good communication skills

Self-motivation

Understanding of risk assessment

Positive attitude towards Health and Safety

Job description

The H. W. Martin Group are committed to building a first-class talented workforce, so that we can offer the very best service to our customers.

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced HGV Driver / Yard Person to complement our existing team.

The successful candidate will be expected to undertake a wide range of duties within the Safety Fencing Depot at Tormarton (Bristol), including HGV driving, stock control, yard duties/maintenance, and collection/deliveries.

The post holder will be required to be physically fit (Safety Critical Medical assessment provided) and to drive a forklift (necessary training provided). The post holder will be responsible for ensuring a safe working environment for themselves and others, and the security of the yard and the vehicles/equipment within.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Working as a motivated part of a team, to ensure the availability and accessibility of materials/plant for site-based operatives.
• To operate plant/machinery in a safe manner and strictly in accordance with Health and Safety Executive and H.W. Martin Safety at Work policies and generic/site-specific risk assessments, including reporting any unsafe operations.
• Responsibility for yard security/maintenance and correct usage/care of machinery and equipment.
• Stock control, including off-loading deliveries, storing, and acknowledging receipt of materials.
• Collections and deliveries as directed.
• To suggest improvements and changes which can be made in his/her own area of work.
• Complete all written documentation as required.

Experience, Qualifications and Skills Required:

• HGV Class 1 ideal.
• Forklift - rough terrain/telehandler (qualification/experience an advantage but not essential).
• Used to working in an outdoor environment and capable of working in a physically demanding job.
• Understanding of risk assessment and implementing safe working practices.
• Good communication skills – able to communicate both written and verbally in English Language.
• Self-motivation.
• Positive ‘can do’ attitude.
• Positive attitude towards Health and Safety.

The Benefits:

• Company Pension.
• Secure employment with a well-established Company.
• Working as part of a great team culture.
• Opportunity for progression and development within a continuously growing successful business.

H W Martin Safety Fencing Ltd has been providing installation of Safety Barriers throughout the UK over the last three decades.

Our management team combined with the professionalism of our fitting teams offer an unrivalled service. We as a company recognise the importance of initiative and on-site co-operation to ensure adherence to timetables.

Our purpose-built fleet of Safety Fencing Rigs, Lorry Cranes, and Varioguard Safety Framed Trailers ensures that we can service the needs of our clients, large or small.

Next Steps:

If you are looking for a new challenge and feel you have the skills to take on this vital role, then please submit your CV and covering letter stating how you meet our criteria.

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

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