Reporting directly to Transport Manager, a HGV Driver you will be responsible for the safe transportation of goods from one location to another. The role involves long-distance driving, adherence to road safety regulations, and timely delivery of cargo. This position requires a valid HGV license and knowledge of vehicle maintenance.
Requirements
Key Responsibilities
This role will include taking accountability for:
Driving and Delivery
· Operative HGVs (Class 1 or Class 2) to transport goods to various destinations.
· Ensure timely and safe delivery of goods as per the schedule
· Follow designated routes and schedules
· Always drive the vehicle in line with all statutory and legislative regulations
Safety and Compliance
· Adhere to all road safety and traffic regulations, including telematics and driving rules.
· Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections to ensure roadworthiness
· Comply with all UK and EU driving regulations and the Working Time Directive and ensure that breaks are taken
· Use Tacho and ensure all driving rules are followed and adhered to.
· Use the driving App to ensure compliance to all required driving standards.
· Ensure Health and Safety of yourself and others by carrying out all activities in a manner that promotes safety to yourself and your colleagues
· Ensure that goods are loaded, secured and uploaded safely
· Use phones for work matters only as and when legally able and safe to do so
Vehicle Maintenance
· Perform basic vehicle maintenance and report any mechanical issues, defects or delivery problems daily in a timely fashion
· Ensure the vehicle is clean and presentable and do not smoke in vehicles.
· Ensure load stability, security and protection at all times
· Report potential risks, problems, or product defects immediately to your Team Leader
Documentation and record keeping
· Maintain accurate records of deliveries, mileage and vehicle maintenance.
· Complete delivery paperwork and obtain necessary signatures
Customer Service
· Interact professionally and courteously with clients, customers, road users and pedestrians
· Handle vehicles and loads with care and ensure secure loading and unloading to avoid any possible damages
· Using all equipment respectfully, safely and as trained
Company objectives
· Supporting all other areas of the business as and when required including drivers and the warehouse
· Participate actively in continuous process improvement projects, seek ways to develop and maximise vehicle fill, load securing and to support and improve customer service levels
· Ensure all business and individual key performance indicators are met
· Contribute actively to achieving departmental service level and targets
· Be a Leader ambassador to all customers and the public with impeccable driving and operating of your vehicle
Essential Requirements
· Valid HGV Class 1 or Class 2 licence
· Forklift Truck Licence
· Digital Tachograph Card
· Excellent knowledge of UK road networks
· Excellent driving skills and road safety awareness
· Basic mechanical skills for vehicle checks and minor repairs
· Strong communications skills
· Ability to work independently and manage time effectively
· Reliable and punctual with a strong sense of responsibility
· Experience in long-distance driving and knowledge of load securing techniques
Benefits
· 22 days holiday per year, together with bank holidays, and a scheme to enable employees to purchase an additional 3 days holiday from the Company, or sell back 2 days of holiday to the Company;
· Length of Service holiday awards: 1 extra day for every 3 years service;
· Salary sacrifice pension scheme with employer contributions of 3% in line with current statutory requirements;
· Salary sacrifice Cycle-to-work scheme;
· Staff discounts on the Leader product range;
· Subsidised gym membership;
· Employee Assistance Programme, Access to Wellbeing Advice & Counselling
· Employee Referral Bonus
· £17