LGV Driver

TN United Kingdom; Abingdon; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an enthusiastic LGV Driver to join their Distribution team. This role is pivotal in ensuring the company's delivery strategy is executed with professionalism and safety. As a driver, you will not only transport goods but also represent the company, making you a key point of contact for customers. The position requires physical fitness, a current LGV license, and a good geographical knowledge. You will enjoy a competitive salary and a range of benefits, including a pension scheme and personal development opportunities. Join a company committed to safety and excellence in the construction sector.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Company Pension Scheme

Gym Benefit

Cycle 2 Work Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Employee Referral Scheme

Service Awards

Holiday Exchange Scheme

Financial Wellbeing Program

Personal Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Current LGV license is required.
• Good geographical knowledge and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Comply with LGV Drivers Hours Regulations and Health & Safety legislation.
• Complete deliveries and communicate issues effectively.
• Drive safely and fuel-efficiently, with an average of 2 nights out per week.

Skills

LGV License

Geographical Knowledge

Physical Fitness

Health and Safety Understanding

Job description

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We are currently looking for an enthusiastic individual to join our Distribution team in the position of LGV Driver based at our Milton site.

The purpose of this role is to facilitate the Company’s delivery strategy by driving a Company LGV delivered delivery vehicle and operating to the high standards of professionalism and safety set out by Forterra.

An LGV Driver will not be just a driver but will be a Company representative. The role of our driver is critical to our first-class Customer Service offering as you will be one of the initial points of contact for our business.

An LGV Driver’s role will involve a degree of climbing and manual handling, therefore a good standard of physical fitness is essential.

Your duties would include but not be limited to the following:

1. Comply with LGV Drivers Hours Regulations
2. Ensure that none of the Company's Undertakings with regards to Goods Vehicle Operator Licensing are breached
3. Comply with all Legislation relating to the Road Traffic Act or other relevant legislation
4. Comply with all Health & Safety legislation & Company Health & Safety Policy
5. Complete deliveries as instructed
6. Communicate any issues to relevant parties
7. Drive in a fuel-efficient, safe, and conscious way
8. Average of 2 nights out per week
9. Any other relevant duties as requested by management

About You:

• You will need a current LGV license
• Good geographical knowledge
• Ability to work with minimum supervision
• Good standard of physical fitness
• Ability to work within set time frames
• Basic understanding of Health, Safety & Risk Assessment

What We Can Offer You:

• Competitive Salary and Benefits package
• Life Assurance and Company Pension Scheme up to 10% employer contribution
• Gym benefit and Cycle 2 Work Scheme
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme for self and family members
• Employee Referral Scheme
• Service Awards
• Holiday Exchange Scheme
• Financial Wellbeing Program
• Personal development and opportunities for progression

We are a leading manufacturer of a diverse and trusted range of concrete and clay building products used extensively within the construction sector, with instantly recognisable brands including Thermalite block, Bison Precast, and the iconic London Brick.

Our complete product range comprises clay bricks, aircrete blocks, aggregate blocks, precast concrete, flooring products, permeable paving, and chimney, roofing, and flue systems.

Forterra’s purpose is to build lasting legacies, manufacturing a range of products from the ground up to support customers with their construction projects.

We are proud to be at the forefront of the industry’s safety standards and are committed to achieving zero harm in our workplaces.