LGV Driver

Selwood; Middlesbrough; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an LGV Driver for their Middlesbrough location. Applicants must hold a Class 2 license and HIAB/ALMI qualification. This role requires good communication skills and a high level of fitness to perform physical duties effectively. Additional responsibilities include vehicle maintenance and compliance with transport regulations. Benefits include a competitive salary, overtime opportunities, and various employee assistance programs.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Overtime opportunities with enhanced rates

Medicash Scheme for medical expenses

Pension scheme

25 days holiday plus 8 Bank Holidays

Annual leave increases with long service

Development and training support

Employee assistance programme

Discount scheme for shopping, holidays, and more

Employee referral scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar industry is preferred.
• Must be over 21 years of age for insurance purposes.

Responsibilities

• Understand and comply with digital Tachograph operation and drivers’ hours legislation.
• Ensure all loading and unloading activities are carried out safely and efficiently.
• Perform daily vehicle maintenance and defect checks.

Skills

Communication

Adaptability

Fitness

Education

Full LGV Cat C driving licence

Driver DQC Card (Driver CPC)

Digital tachograph card

HIAB/ALMI certificate

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About The Role

We are looking for an LGV Driver to join our team in Middlesbrough, based in Billingham. You will need to have your Class 2 licence and your HIAB/ALMI qualification. This role has ever-changing priorities, so adaptability and flexibility are essential for success.

To complete all tasks effectively, a good level of fitness is required to safely load and unload your vehicle at customer sites and Selwood branches.

Good communication skills are essential, as you will need to communicate with the hire desk, colleagues, and customers to ensure tasks are completed to a high standard.

As part of the role, you will be involved in a call-out rota.

If you are self-motivated with a strong work ethic to get the job right first time and adhere to health and safety standards, this is the job for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Understand and comply with digital Tachograph operation and drivers’ hours legislation.
• Maintain understanding and compliance with the Working Time Directive for mobile workers, observing all statutory break periods and prioritizing driver’s hours rules.
• Ensure all loading and unloading activities are carried out safely and efficiently, with loads properly secured to prevent overloading and movement during transit, including manual handling of hoses.
• Be aware of scheduled 6-weekly safety inspections and liaise with the Manager and garage to organize these inspections.
• Perform daily vehicle maintenance and defect checks, report defects promptly, and monitor the vehicle throughout the day for any signs of issues.

Qualifications & Experience

• Full LGV Cat C driving licence with no more than 6 points (Cat C+E advantageous)
• Driver DQC Card (Driver CPC)
• Digital tachograph card
• HIAB/ALMI certificate
• Experience in a similar industry
• Over 21 years of age (for insurance purposes)

Work must be carried out in compliance with Department of Transport Regulations and The Highway Code, prioritizing safety for yourself, colleagues, and the public.

What we can offer you

• Competitive salary
• Overtime opportunities with enhanced rates
• Medicash Scheme for medical expenses and 24-hour online GP access
• Pension scheme based on total earnings
• 25 days holiday plus 8 Bank Holidays
• Annual leave increases with long service
• 3x annual salary life insurance (DIS)
• Development and training support
• Employee assistance programme and Mental Health first aiders
• Discount scheme for shopping, holidays, and more
• Employee referral scheme