LGV Driver

Blue Octopus; Oxford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an enthusiastic LGV Driver to join their Distribution team. This role is not just about driving; it’s about representing the company and ensuring first-class customer service. You will be responsible for safely operating a delivery vehicle while adhering to regulations and maintaining high safety standards. The position offers a competitive salary along with a comprehensive benefits package, including life assurance, a generous holiday allowance, and opportunities for personal development. Join a leading manufacturer committed to safety and quality in the construction sector.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Company Pension Scheme

Generous Holiday Allowance

Gym Benefit

Cycle 2 Work Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Employee Referral Scheme

Service Awards

Sharesave Scheme

Financial Wellbeing Program

Qualifications

• Current LGV license required for driving.
• Good geographical knowledge and excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Comply with LGV Drivers Hours Regulations and Health & Safety legislation.
• Complete deliveries efficiently while communicating any issues.

Skills

LGV License

Excellent Communication Skills

Geographical Knowledge

Physical Fitness

Time Management

Job description

LGV Driver

Milton

£Competitive Salary

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 livered 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 limited to the following:

• Comply with LGV Drivers Hours Regulations

• Ensure that none of the Companies Undertakings with regards to Goods Vehicle Operator Licensing are breached

• Comply with all Legislation relating to the Road Traffic Act or other relevant legislation

• Comply with all Health & Safety legislation & Company Health & Safety Policy

• Complete deliveries as instructed

• Communicate any issues relevant parties

• Drive in a fuel efficient, safe, conscious way

• Average of 2 nights out per week

• Any other relevant duties as requested by management

About You:

• You will need a current LGV license

• Good geographical knowledge

• Excellent communication skills

• 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

• Generous holiday allowance

• Gym benefit and Cycle 2 Work Scheme

• Access to Employee Assistance Programme for self and family members

• Employee Referral Scheme

• Service Awards

• Sharesave Scheme eligibility

• 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 of 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 industries’ safety standards and are committed to achieving zero harm in our workplaces.