Plant Equipment Delivery Driver - Safety-First & Secure

Joseph Gallagher Limited; Wellingborough; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Joseph Gallagher Limited is seeking a Transport Operator to safely drive and manage collection and delivery of plant and equipment from depots to sites. You will use securement methods for various loads and ensure accurate delivery records while maintaining high safety standards.

You will operate vans and light commercial vehicles with a focus on load protection, regulatory compliance, and professional communication with customers and colleagues.

Qualifications

• Full UK Driving Licence and proven safe operation of vans and light commercial vehicles.
• Experience in transportation, collection, delivery, loading and unloading of plant, machinery, equipment, tools, and consumables.
• Extensive knowledge of load securing methods and load restraint techniques for varied loads.
• Competence in using ratchet straps, chains, load binders, edge protection, cargo nets, sheeting systems, and related equipment.
• Understanding of load distribution, axle weight restrictions, vehicle loading principles, center of gravity considerations, and transport compliance.
• Experience assessing load characteristics and selecting securing methods for safe transport.
• Knowledge of legal obligations and safety implications in load security and road transport operations.
• Experience in transport, logistics, plant hire, construction, engineering, utilities, civil engineering, infrastructure, manufacturing, or similar environments.
• Strong organisational and time management skills; ability to plan workloads and priorities.
• Attention to detail when completing transport documentation, vehicle inspections, and delivery records.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate company vehicles in accordance with road traffic laws, industry best practices, and Company policies.
• Maintain a professional, customer-focused approach, representing Specialist Plant Associates to customers, suppliers, contractors, and colleagues.
• Support operational needs through efficient collection and delivery of equipment, parts, materials, consumables, and documentation.
• Demonstrate flexibility to changing business demands, including urgent transport requirements.
• Uphold LIFE culture, contributing to a safe and positive working environment.
• Comply with Health & Safety, Environmental, Quality, and Transport policies and procedures.
• Report hazards, incidents, vehicle defects, near misses, and operational concerns promptly.
• Deliver and secure load transportation safely, adhering to load securing best practices.
• Plan workload effectively and prioritise competing demands within a depot or site environment.

Skills

Load securing

Load restraint equipment

Vehicle loading principles

Transport compliance

Road transport knowledge

Planning & time management

Attention to detail

Safety leadership (LIFE)

Interpersonal communication

Independent worker

Health & safety awareness

Tools

Mobile technology

Electronic job management systems

Vehicle inspection apps

Microsoft Office

Job description

Joseph Gallagher Limited is seeking a Transport Operator to safely drive and manage collection and delivery of plant and equipment from depots to sites. You will use securement methods for various loads and ensure accurate delivery records while maintaining high safety standards.

You will operate vans and light commercial vehicles with a focus on load protection, regulatory compliance, and professional communication with customers and colleagues.