LGV (CE) ADR Driver

Kuehne + Nagel; Carlisle; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics provider in Carlisle is seeking a dedicated Driver to join their team. This position involves delivering excellent service while complying with all regulations and ensuring the security of the vehicle and load. Candidates must possess a current class C+E licence and have strong communication skills. The role requires flexibility for overtime and potentially working weekends. Teamwork and safety awareness are crucial. The company offers benefits like annual leave, pension plan, and wellbeing support.

Benefits

26 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Contributory pension plan

Employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• Must hold a current class C+E licence.
• Preferred 2 years driving experience.
• Basic numeracy and conversational English language required.

Responsibilities

• Comply with legislation for a safe working environment.
• Follow delivery, collection and returns procedures.
• Ensure the security of the vehicle and load.
• Report vehicle defects and ensure documentation.
• Comply with Driver’s regulations and Company procedures.

Skills

Customer focused

Excellent communication skills

Basic numeracy

Teamwork experience

Health & Safety awareness

Education

Current class C+E licence

Valid driver qualification card

Job description

Kühne + Nagel (AG & Co.) KG

As a Driver working for Kuehne + Nagel, you have an opportunity to deliver excellent service to our customers through hard work and dedication that is vital to providing industry leading service levels. We thrive on the challenge of delivering exactly what our customers want, when they want it. Our business is built on the foundation of industry leading service levels, consistency and a drive for continuous improvement. We have a great team that supports each other and have a key focus on development and supporting career aspirations.

The role will be Monday to Friday and requires flexibility as working overtime will be required, including some weekend work and occasional nights out.

How you create impact

• Complying with all relevant legislation and agreed procedures to ensure a safe and legal working environment and consistent quality standards
• Follow all delivery, collection and returns procedures
• Responsible for the security of the vehicle & load at all times
• Report vehicle defects and ensure that the defect is documented
• Comply with Driver’s regulations & Working Time Directive in line with the O License legalisation and Company procedures
• You may be required to undertake other duties in line with the needs of the business, where appropriate training is provided
• Ensure all documentation is completed as per company procedure
• Follow all housekeeping tasks as required

What we would like you to bring

• Must hold a current class C+E licence
• ADR Class 1-9 – Less 7
• Basic numeracy and conversational English language
• Hold a valid driver qualification card
• Preferred 2 years driving experience
• Excellent communication skills
• Customer focused with the desire to suceed
• Experience of working within a team
• Experience of Health & Safety

What's in it for you

If you would like to become a valued member of our team, we will ensure you are rewarded for your commitment and expertise. You will receive 26 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, with the opportunity to earn additional days through service. You can join the contributory Kuehne+Nagel pension plan and benefit from our Route 2 Rewards scheme, which offers discounts, benefit information, recognition, and access to a wellbeing centre.

We care for our colleagues and their immediate families through our employee assistance programme, which provides 24/5 access to GPs, legal and financial advice, and mental health counselling. All of this is designed to help you live a happier and healthier life.

As proud holders of the Gold Covenant, we are a forces-friendly employer who recognise the skills, expertise and value service leavers bring to our organisation.