HGV C + E Driver

Ashby-de-la-zouch

Transport & Logistics

36000 Annual

Permanent


HGV C + E Driver

Purpose: To deliver vehicles nationally and provide 5 star customer service.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Safely operate HGV Car Transporter at all times for long or short-haul deliveries
  • Inspecting vehicles for mechanical and safety issues and performing preventative checks.
  • Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections, checking for mechanical issues.
  • Load and unload vehicles as needed, ensuring safe handling and meticulous care of securing of vehicles.
  • Handle basic truck maintenance issues and report major problems to management.
  • Provide excellent customer service when interacting with clients or suppliers
  • Communicate effectively with Transport Manager, customers, and team members.
  • Adhere to delivery schedules and route assignments.
  • Reporting Issues Report any vehicle faults, damages, or incidents on Tablet or Vehicle Inspection report IF tablet not working.
  • Vehicle Inspections Conduct pre- and post-delivery checks, ensuring vehicles are in top condition before handing them over.
  • Accurate Documentation Complete relevant paperwork, including delivery confirmations and vehicle condition reports.
  • Customer Interaction Provide a friendly and professional handover, explaining key vehicle features and answering customer questions.
  • Vehicle Delivery & Collection Deliver vehicles to customers or business locations in a timely and professional manner.

Managing deliveries:

  • Vehicle Delivery & Collection Deliver vehicles to customers or business locations in a timely and professional manner.
  • Reporting Issues Report any vehicle faults, damages, or incidents on Tablet or Vehicle Inspection report IF tablet not working.
  • Vehicle Inspections Conduct pre- and post-delivery checks, ensuring vehicles are in top condition before handing them over.
  • Accurate Documentation Complete relevant paperwork, including delivery confirmations and vehicle condition reports.
  • Customer Interaction Provide a friendly and professional handover, explaining key vehicle features and answering customer questions.
  • Vehicle Delivery & Collection Deliver vehicles to customers or business locations in a timely and professional manner.

Qualifications Requirements:

  • Valid HGV Licence: Class 1 (C+E) or Class 2 (C).
  • Driver CPC (Certificate of Professional Competence) up to date.
  • Digital Tachograph Card.
  • Experience: Preferably 1+ year, but newly qualified drivers may be considered.
  • Good understanding of UK road networks and HGV safety regulations.
  • Ability to work independently and handle long hours on the road
  • Physically fit for loading/unloading.
  • Good communication and customer service skills.
  • Adhere to UK traffic laws, tachograph regulations, and Working Time Directive (WTD).
  • Follow UK road laws, transport regulations, and company policies.
  • Follow health and safety procedures, including safe driving practices.

Benefits:

Competitive salary with overtime opportunities.

Pension scheme & holiday pay.

Modern, well-maintained vehicles.

Employee Benefits & Bonus Scheme

Additional training and career progression opportunities.

Working Hours:

Hours may vary based on delivery schedules, but typically Monday Friday.

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