HGV 2 Driver

Description

• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections to ensure roadworthiness
• Ensure the vehicle is clean and presentable and do not smoke in vehicles
• Adhere to all road safety and traffic regulations, including telematics and driving rules
• Using all equipment respectfully, safely and as trained
• Maintain accurate records of deliveries, mileage and vehicle maintenance
• Ensure that goods are loaded, secured and uploaded safely
• 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 timely and safe delivery of goods as per the schedule
• Follow designated routes and schedules
• Use phones for work matters only as and when legally able and safe to do so
• Ensure all business and individual key performance indicators are met
• Handle vehicles and loads with care and ensure secure loading and unloading to avoid any possible damages
• Ensure Health and Safety of yourself and others by carrying out all activities in a manner that promotes safety to yourself and your colleagues
• Be a Leader ambassador to all customers and the public with impeccable driving and operating of your vehicle
• Use Tacho and ensure all driving rules are followed and adhered to
• Use the driving App to ensure compliance to all required driving standards
• Supporting all other areas of the business as and when required including drivers and the warehouse
• Always drive the vehicle in line with all statutory and legislative regulations
• Ensure load stability, security and protection at all times
• Report potential risks, problems, or product defects immediately to your Team Leader
• Complete delivery paperwork and obtain necessary signatures
• Comply with all UK and EU driving regulations and the Working Time Directive and ensure that breaks are taken
• Contribute actively to achieving departmental service level and targets
• Perform basic vehicle maintenance and report any mechanical issues, defects or delivery problems daily in a timely fashion

Requirements

• Valid HGV Class 2 licence
• Experience in long-distance driving and knowledge of load securing techniques
• Basic mechanical skills for vehicle checks and minor repairs
• Digital Tachograph Card
• Operative HGVs (Class 2) to transport goods to various destinations
• Hold a clean driving record
• Excellent driving skills and road safety awareness
• Strong communications skills
• Interact professionally and courteously with clients, customers, road users and pedestrians
• Valid UK driving licence appropriate for the vehicle type (e.g., Category B for cars, Category C for lorries)
• Variable weather conditions
• Strong communication skills
• Excellent knowledge of UK road networks
• Excellent knowledge of UK road networks and traffic laws and familiarity with using GPS and other navigation tools
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively
• Reliable and punctual with a strong sense of responsibility

Benefits

• Or sell back up to 2 days to suit your needs
• Opportunity to shape and lead governance processes in a fast-growing business
• Death in Service benefit (3x annual salary)
• Salary sacrifice pension scheme with employer contributions of 3% in line with current statutory requirements;
• Salary sacrifice Cycle-to-work scheme;
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) - 24/7 access to professional wellbeing advice, counselling, and guidance to help you thrive inside and outside of work
• We believe in a healthy work-life balance that works for you
• Buy up to 3 extra days of holiday
• Salary £16 per hour
• Subsidised gym membership;
• Staff discounts on the Leader product range;
• Length of Service holiday awards: 1 extra day for every 3 years service;
• Access to Able Futures, a confidential government-backed service providing practical support for mental wellbeing at work
• A supportive environment where your expertise will make a real impact
• Flexibility working an average of 45 hrs per week
• Generous Holiday Allowance Enjoy 22 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays, with the flexibility to tailor your time off:
• Long hours and overnight trips may be required

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance