C1+ E Driver

Job Description

We are currently looking for C1 +E Drivers for one of our clients in transport & logistics industry.

Education and Experience:

• Basic numeracy & literacy.
• Must have at least two years HGV driving experience, hold a clean driving licence and a current driver’s qualification card.

Requirements:

• Current CPC.
• Experience of multi-drop deliveries.
• High levels of Health and Safety standards.
• Ability to communicate effectively with Customers and Co-Workers.
• Diligent attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Flexibility.

Responsibilities: 

• Supervise the loading of the vehicle so that products are safely loaded and secured to minimize chances of damage.
• Ensure with Transport Manager and Loader that the load is correct against the customers’ orders.
• Ensure that on arrival the delivery is safe to make and respect customer’s property; if in doubt, consult with customer and/or Transport Manager.
• Check goods off with Customers and obtain signature and print.
• Provide excellent customer service.
• Handle customer issues on delivery effectively and contact Transport Manager for assistance if required.
• Carry out multi-drop deliveries in a timely and safe manner.
• Drive the vehicle safely and in accordance with the law.
• Drive within the tachograph law and driver hours limits.
• Look after the vehicle and ensure that it is not subjected to unnecessary damage.
• Maintain the cleanliness of the driving cab.
• Ensure accidents are kept to a minimum.
• Report any accidents as soon as possible and in compliance with the company’s accident reporting procedure.
• Complete vehicle daily inspection sheet and give to Transport Manager.
• Attend essential training in order to carry out the driver role.
• Provide support in the Yard as required by the Transport Manager.
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures, to include the Company Standards of Performance and Health and Safety Policy. Physical Demands:
• Load and unload of goods from vehicles.
• Stack goods onto pallets from storage bays.
• Stack empty pallets.
• Couple and uncouple trailers
• Open and close vehicle curtains