Job Description

AJW Distribution Ltd is an independently owned family run company that supplies roofing, cladding, and general building materials to various contractors, builders, building merchants, and the general public.

At AJW Distribution, we believe that service is the most important part of what we do. As a result, we always go that extra mile to satisfy our customers' needs and requirements.

We are currently looking for a driver who will be expected to always abide by the transport laws, ensuring all deliveries are made and giving consideration to the customer and the public.

What will I be doing?

Not one day is the same as the next in AJW daily working life, but here are a few pointers;

Summary of compulsory driver functions

Carry out daily checks of your vehicle before leaving the yard. Make any issues with your vehicle known to your manager immediately. Ensure you abide by the road traffic laws at all times. Ensure you take the appropriate breaks on your tachograph. Check and sign your load off every morning before leaving the yard. Ensure your delivery's are loaded safely and strapped down appropriately. The appropriate PPE must be worn at all times. Ensure deliveries are made giving consideration to the customer and the public. Overnight stays with the lorry to ensure maximum efficiency of the lorry.

Summary of driver functions

Ensure you deliver the correct products to the correct customer. Make a note of any damaged goods and note the reason on the delivery note. If you are required to leave the hard standing of the road make sure the customer signs of the indemnity form. (Failure to do so may mean any costs incurred will be passed on to the driver) When off-loading using the crane, ensure the area is marked off using the cones supplied. Offloading with the Hiab must be done in a safe and timely manner. Offloading awkward loads with the Hiab must be done using the appropriate straps and slings. Ensure all pallets lifted with the crane are substantial enough to hold the products. (If unsure, use your straps/slings) Under no circumstances are you permitted to Hiab pallets onto a scaffold or any platform off ground level. Keep your vehicle clean and tidy at all times. The driver is required to wash their vehicle every two weeks. Drivers are required to help the yard staff whenever needed. Smoking in company vehicles is against the law and a sackable offence.

Benefits:

Pension, onsite parking, company sick pay, health cover, death in service cover, service related holiday entitlement increases, paid Christmas shutdown, cycle to work scheme, DSE related eyesight tests and contribution to glasses of up to 100.

The ideal applicant will fit with our important Company values. They will:

Listen to everyone and communicate in a clear and concise manner Treat everyone with respect Provide exceptional service to all our customers Work together with everyone to achieve our very best
The successful candidate will be eager to learn and develop their skills. They will be computer literate and be capable and keen to learn new systems and procedures. The ideal candidate will need to hit the ground running with the key attributes to quickly become a key member of our team.

If you feel you would fit into the AJW family business and you have the drive to succeed then we'd love to hear from you. Please apply for this role via our HR department.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 27,500.00-34,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

Yearly bonus
Benefits:

Additional leave Company pension Cycle to work scheme Free parking Life insurance On-site parking Private medical insurance Sick pay
Schedule:

Monday to Friday No weekends
Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 28/07/2025