HGV Driver - Tramping - Durham - £28,000 a year

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HGV Driver - Tramping - Durham - £28,000 a year

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Full-time
Permanent
Shift and schedule
Overtime
Monday to Friday
REPORTS TO: TRANSPORT MANAGER

LOCATION: THRISLINGTON

DIVISION: TRANSPORT

EMPLOYEE'S BENEFIT FROM:

£28,000 basic salary plus overtime and night out allowance
25 days annual leave increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
Company pension scheme
Life assurance
Discretionary annual bonus scheme
Continuing professional development, including training opportunities
Employee Assistance Programme
Cycle to work scheme

E-voucher scheme access to supermarkets, fashion, eating out, big ticket items
Access to Westfield Health scheme
Health and wellbeing discount
New car discounts with certain dealerships

OVERALL OBJECTIVES:

The HGV driver will provide a first-class transport service by operating a heavy goods vehicle in a safe, responsible, and efficient manner to move goods / items from and to various locations.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Operate commercial vehicles up to 44 tonnes

o There may be a requirement to load as well as unload, depending on the trailer being used

2. Ensure vehicles are properly maintained and safe for use

o At the start and end of each shift, carry out vehicle inspections and ensure that all defects, and malfunctions are correctly reported to the transport office.

o Maintain a clean and tidy cab and carry out an external wash down including the vehicle trailer as required.

o Adhere to the company process for tyre repairs and replacement.

3. Ensure safe, responsible, and efficient performance of duties

o Always demonstrate a proactive and positive approach to Health and Safety and comply with risk assessments and operational policies.

o Ensure all loads are safe and secure before commencing each journey.

o Always wear appropriate PPE, keeping it in a good and clean condition.

o Always apply economic driving techniques and maximise efficiencies by paying attention to the manufacturers operating guidance.

o Follow driving route plans unless diverted by the police, highways office, transport office or due to a road closure.

o Operate in accordance with the HGV driver’s information supplement.

o Ensure trailers and clean and maintentained to a high standard to avoid contamination of products.

4. Represent the business in a professional manner when on external customer sites

RESOURCES:

· A full and comprehensive assessment/induction and training plan

· HGV tractor unit

· Various trailers

· Fuel card

· Mobile telephone

· Uniform and PPE

· Items required / identified during customer specific inductions

DECISIONS:

· Ensure condition of the vehicle and trailer are fit for purpose and safe to operate

· Abort a task if unsafe

· Comply with Working Time Regulations

· Report delays / breakdowns or accidents to the transport office

DELIVERABLES:

· Completing allocated daily work schedule

· Completing daily time and work records

· Achieving fuel efficiency

KEY CONTACTS:

The role fundamentally involves contact with the transport office team and external customers. It is essential to maintain a first-class professional relationship with all internal and external stakeholders.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

Most of a typical working day will be spent in the cab of the vehicle driving between various locations. Flexibility will be required as the allocated tasks may change during the working hours.

There may be a requirement to spend upto 4 nights away from home for long haul deliveries.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

HGV DRIVER

QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:

ESSENTIAL:

Full UK driving license
HGV driving license
· Conversant with road transport and tachograph regulations

· Holder of a Driver Certificate in Professional Competence

PERSONAL QUALITIES/COMPETENCIES:

· Resourcefulness and determined

· Positive can-do attitude

· Customer orientation

· First-rate concentration and focus

· Professional approach

· Flexible and responsive

· Organised, self-disciplined with the ability to meet deadlines

· Capable of following instruction and directions

· Effective communicator at all levels, including external stake holders

· Reliable

IMPORTANT DATES:

The deadline for applications is Friday 28 July 2023. Interview process comprises of first stage remote interview. Successful candidates will be invited for second stage face to face interview with Thomas International Testing Profile Testing.

To apply, please send a CV and covering letter detailing your relevant experience to: Human

Resources, The Banks Group, Inkerman House, St John’s Road, Meadowfield, Durham, DH7 8XL. For further information contact The Banks Group Human Resources Department on 0191 378 6100.

The Banks Group is committed to equality of opportunity.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: From £28,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company events
Company pension
Cycle to work scheme
Employee discount
Free parking
Life insurance
On-site parking
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:

Bonus scheme
Ability to commute/relocate:

Durham: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:

Driving: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (preferred)
Driver CPC (preferred)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 30/06/2023
Reference ID: HGV Drivers - Tramping

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