HGV Class 1 Driver (Tramping)

HGV Class 1 Driver (Tramping)

Menzies Distribution Solutions are looking for a HGV Class 1 Driver to join us, providing a first class service with our team in Scunthorpe. You'll be undertaking the delivery & collection of product on behalf of Menzies Distribution Solutions and its customers, driving company vehicles to agreed standards and following all Health & Safety (H&S) requirements. Ensuring all driving regulations & other compliance standards are maintained. To drive safely and efficiently whilst adhering to Highway Code guidelines and the Road Traffic Act.

The Details:

* Shift Pattern: Monday - Friday Tramping
* Salary: £39,782.04 Per Annum, £15.30 Per Hour
* Start Times: 05:00
* Hours: 50 Hours Per Week Average
* Length of Shift: 10 Hours
* Monthly Pay
* Parking onsite

HGV Class 1 Driver Duties (will include but not be limited to):

* General driving duties, observing current legal and best practice delivering and collection to/from our customer's premises or other Menzies locations.
* Wearing correct company uniform & PPE (clean & in good repair).
* Maintaining a professional standard when representing Menzies whilst delivering, driving or collecting products.
* Carry out pre-use checks prior to using any equipment / vehicle / trailer, complying with appropriate documentation &procedures.
* Reporting of any vehicle defects / damage or H&S issues to Menzies management.
* Ensuring that vehicle loads are safe and damage free, secured with the appropriate restraints as per company procedures / Safe Systems of Work.
* Check/ complete /retain and hand over all load documentation/POD's and delivery paperwork.
* Ensure that the returned goods process is followed at all times.
* Provide relevant feedback to management on information gathered whilst completing your duties.
* Maintain vehicle cleanliness using all equipment safely as specified in operating procedures and Safe Systems of Work.
* Comply with all EU drivers' hours/tachograph / WTD regulations. (including GB Domestic where appropriate).
* Adhere to all H&S rules. Comply with other sites rules and maintain high standards of compliance, hygiene and housekeeping.
* Operate in accordance with Menzies's policies and procedures.
* Nights out may be required in line with operational requirements.
* Comply with any other reasonable requests from Management.

Key Experience and Qualifications:

* Candidate must be 25 years of age or over with at least 2 years relevant driving experience (desirable)
* Candidate must have no more than 6 points (current) on their license and no endorsements for DD / DR offence codes.
* Must have a current, valid license appropriate to the category required. (C1 for 7.5t MAM, C for rigid vehicles up to 32 MAM and C+E for articulated vehicles) (MAM maximum authorized Mass)
* Candidates with a non-GB driving license and who live in GB must provide evidence of a GB
* Certificate of registration, which can be obtained free from the DVLA on submission of Form D9.
* Must be capable of passing a company driving assessment.
* Must have experience of loading / unloading and delivering goods to customer premises.
* Experience of multi-drop deliveries desirable.
* A reasonable geographical knowledge of the UK.
* Good understanding of Drivers Hours & WTD regulations.
* A current Driver Qualification Card and preferably have accrued sufficient hours towards the next qualification period.
* Must have a current /working digi-tacho card.
* Must be able to pass a company medical.

Technical skills and behavioral competencies:

* Excellent driving skills.
* Ability to work alone and as part of a team.
* Good customer service and communication skills.
* Health and Safety conscious. Demonstrate Menzies company values.
* Ability to complete record sheets and paperwork accurately.
* Reasonable level of fitness to work with loads.
* Trustworthy and reliable.
* Demonstrate a reasonable standard of numeracy & literacy.
* Ability to read, write, understand and communicate in English.

Benefits

* Time For You: Relax with 28 days of holiday inclusive of bank holidays.
* Give Back: Receive a paid day to volunteer for a charity of your choice.
* Appreciating You & Others: Celebrate special moments with Value Awards and Driver of the Year Awards.
* Your Future: Join our contributory workplace pension scheme for financial security.
* Exclusive Discounts: Through your Healthcare Cash Plan you will have access to a discount portal, where you can make savings on travel and hotels, cinema tickets, days out and much more. We also offer 20% off your mobile line rental at EE!
* Progression & Training: Unique Industry Training such as: LST, Moffett, Manual Handling, Double Decker & Load Security. Driver Assessor Training available by our Regional Driver Team. A paid day leave per year for your periodic CPC Training provided by us.
* Health & Wellness: Healthcare Cash Plan, allowing you to claim cash back on a range of healthcare products and services including dental, optical, chiropody, and specialist consultations, tests, and scans. In addition to this there is Virtual GP access, On-Demand Physio, Gym Discounts, Online Health Assessments & 24/7 Counselling.

INCLUSION

Menzies Distribution Solutions is committed to creating a fair and inclusive environment where employees feel safe, proud and valued. We encourage ways of working that treat everyone fairly and with respect, and we look to create opportunities to improve the diversity of our workforce across all areas of the business.

We seek to attract and recruit people from the widest talent pool, who reflect the society in which we work. And we aim to encourage an inclusive culture where people can feel empowered to be the very best they can be, and to reach their full potential creating value through diversity is what makes us strong as a business and as an organisation with an increasingly agile workforce, we're open to flexible working arrangements where appropriate.