Job Description

Main role purpose:

On a day-day basis you will be required to travel regularly to different locations across the UK being responsible for the safe delivery and collection of projects to sites. While driving will be your main role you will also be required to undertake duties within the warehouse such as forklift driving and loading/unloading vehicles. As the public face of the company you will be well presented, communicate professionally with sites and promote the positive brand image of the business. You will be proactive, efficient, punctual and have a strong sense of responsibility in your approach to the role to ensure that business success is achieved.

Key Responsibilities:

Complete a daily truck log and submit reports of mileage covered at EOD

Observe and report equipment or mechanical failures immediately

Manage routes so they proceed in the most efficient way possible

Arrange for delivery and collection of vehicles to service depots in accordance with the service contract

Arrange and collect reusable pallets from customer sites wherever reasonably possible

Find ways to conserve resources, including fuel, to benefit the business

Serve as a brand advocate and ambassador in every interaction with clients and the public

Conduct daily inspections of the vehicle at the end of the shift and report any problems or damage to management

Keep your vehicle clean inside and out and make sure it is always well presented

Assist within the warehouse and on site as required

Be aware of and follows all H&S procedures at all times

Adopt a flexible approach to working hours to suit the needs of the business. This may on occasion incur very early starts or late arrival back, or overnight stay if circumstances dictate.

General:

Identify areas of weakness and make recommendations for improvements to training, performance, KPI (Key Performance Indicator) improvements, reduction in costs and other efficiencies

Always follow the reporting structure

Carry out all reasonable instructions as directed by your line manager

Person Specification - Essential

Good communication skills

Ability to cope at times of extreme pressure

Forklift experience is a bonus

GCSEs or equivalent

Class C driving licence with no points

No serious tickets or accidents in last 5 years

No Drink/Drug Driving in last 10 years

2+ years' commercial driving experience required

Job Type: Temporary
Contract length: 10 months

Pay: 13.00-15.50 per hour

Expected hours: 40 - 45 per week

Benefits:

On-site parking Referral programme
Language:

English (preferred)
Work Location: On the road

Reference ID: Lorry Driver