Job Description

Newrest has an exciting opportunity for the role of a HGV Driver. The driver is responsible for loading the catering consignment(s) onto a truck as per the daily load plan, flights schedule and unloading of vehicle(s) at the unit. As a driver you are responsible to check the load is safe and secure prior to driving the truck to the airfield by using a designated route. All activities must be accomplished according to customer guidelines in a timely manner and while adhering to safety and security regulations. To provide excellent standards of service at all times in order and to ensure the site and assets are safe and secure at all times.


Reports To: Transport Manager/ Shift Managers


Shifts: 5 on 3 off, rolling shift pattern including earlies and lates


Pay: 17.57 ph, 1.2 OT

Benefits:

? Average 40 hours per week


? Annual Leave of 28 days and increments bases on service.


? Free Meals & Parking on Site, first come first serve.


? Full training and full protective uniform supplied.


? Save for your future by becoming a member of the Pension Plan.


? Life Assurance of two times basic salary Income Protection Scheme.


? Year Employee Assistance Programme to help with everyday issues or larger problems where you may need additional support, including legal and financial advice, support with work related issues or personal issues such as bereavement.


? Unlimited access to an online platform offering mental health and wellbeing support.


? Access to a 24hr virtual GP Service.


? Newrest Discounts Scheme, offering great deals 24/7 (also open to friends and family).

Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities:

1. Check your vehicle prior to use at the start of your shift as standard security and safety protocol.


2. Report any vehicle defects and/or damage to team leader.


3. Ensure vehicle is security checked and sealed by an authorised staff member before departing to the airport with specified documentation.


4. To comply with Food Safety and Hygiene protocols, ensure vehicle refrigeration is switched on to maintain temperature levels as per the guidelines.


5. Load and unload catering on and off the truck and aircraft in a safe and timely manner and in accordance with airport safety rules, airline requirements and Company Safety procedures.


6. Load aircraft as per the galley plans and adhering to company policy.


7. Drive to the aircraft adhering to DVLA, local and airport rules and or law.


8. Drive on to aircraft as per your training, ensuring you do not deviate from it at any point


9. Hand over to crew ensuring security paperwork is handed over to crew and the delivery note is signed.


10. Return catering to the unit and ensure it is offloaded into the relevant department


11. Ensure Tacho is used correctly for every trip and in compliance with Road Traffic Regulations.


12. Operating high loader vehicle following training and health and safety procedures.


13. Delivering and collecting from various destinations in the UK when requested.


14. Report any incidents and accidents to your Line Manager.


15. Ensure correct uniform and relevant PPE is worn at all times whilst on shift.


16. Ensure vehicles are kept clean and tidy.


17. Refuelling vehicles as and when required.


18. Minor maintenance of vehicles i.e., top-up screen wash, ad-blue.


19. Work in all other areas of the business listed but not limited to administration (for large units in your department, for smaller units (under 50 employees) any area of administration, bond store, equipment pack, production, stores. Dependent on operational requirements.


20. Adhere to Unit safety measures in place.


21. Adhere to Inflight services security compliance.


22. Adhere to clean as you go standard.


23. Interact with colleagues and clients on site in a professional manner at all times.


24. Comply with all unit Corporate, Social, Responsibility initiatives.


25. Ensure you are aware and comply with QHSE policies procedures.


26. Ensure you understand Newrest Non-negotiables and adhere to these at all times.


27. Report all accident/hazards/near misses, in your area in line with Newrest requirements.


28. Ensure you understand, comply and abide by any new or amendments to policies, processes or working practices.


29. Interact with, colleagues, customers and clients in a professional manner at all times.


30. Comply with all unit Corporate, Social, Responsibility initiatives.


31. Any other duties as requested by your manager.

Knowledge and Skills

? Minimum 3 years of driving experience.



? The ability to work calmly under pressure.


? Excellent communication, team work and customer service skills.


? Good literacy skills, verbal written and spoken.



? Operational awareness, understand of HACCP, COSHH, DDA, Food Hygiene, Health and Safety and DFT requirements. (Role specific)


? Flexibility to work in all areas of the business.


? Class 2 License.