We are currently recruiting for a Class 1 Driver at our Derby site. This role is responsible for delivering company products to customers in accordance with agreed procedures. The ideal candidate will show a commitment to people safety, food safety, legality, quality and integrity.
Key Responsibilities
- The control of products within the vehicle.
- Ensure products loaded onto the vehicle are the correct products, referring errors to transport management.
- On arrival at site after making deliveries, immediately hand over delivery paperwork to the designated person/department.
- On arrival at site after making deliveries, ensure returns are signed off and all associated documentation is completed in accordance with Company procedures.
- Conduct daily vehicle checks and inform a member of the transport management team of any vehicle defects.
- Carry out documented pre-start procedures at the commencement of each shift.
- Accurately undertake daily vehicle checks and complete all associated daily and weekly paperwork requirements as per existing and/or future amended procedures.
- Accurately complete the written Defect Request Form in accordance with procedures.
- Ensure that vehicles are maintained daily to the required standard of cleanliness, both internally and externally.
- Maintain an appropriate driving standard.
- Prior to leaving site at the end of each shift, report to a member of transport management to ascertain if other duties or tasks are required.
- Working any 5 days from 7, Monday to Sunday, within current driver legislation.
- Start time will be at any time during the day.
- Roster of weekly work and start time known a week in advance.
- Vehicles used will be predominantly HGV1 and HGV2 trucks, with occasional use of a van should this be required operationally.
Company Initiatives and Compliance
- Comply with all legal and statutory obligations applicable to the role.
- Support Company Initiatives and demonstrate Company Values at all times.
- Carry out any other reasonable tasks as required by the Company.
- Take responsibility for the Health and Safety of yourself and others whilst at work and comply with the Company's policies and legislation.
- Maintain personal and professional development to meet the changing demands of the job and participate in appropriate learning and development activities.
Qualifications, Knowledge & Experience
- CPC driver qualification.
- LGV 1 Licence.
- Good geographical knowledge of Britain.
- Good communication skills.