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7.5T Driver Job Description Template

Our company is looking for a 7.5T Driver to join our team.

Responsibilities:

  • Ensure first class customer service is experienced at all times;
  • Meet and where possible exceed customer expectations in the delivery and installation/fitting of their furniture;
  • Ensure correct completion of tachographs in line with legislative and company policy/procedural requirements;
  • Ensure all vehicles checks are performed at the start and at the end of each journey, reporting all defects as per the current procedure;
  • Report any discrepancies to the Transport Supervisor as soon as they are identified;
  • Drive the vehicle in a safe manner, adhering to road traffic regulations;
  • Adhere to specified time restrictions given under current legislation;
  • Ensure the vehicle is appropriately secured at all times;
  • Complete all internal stock transfers in order to maximise vehicle utilisation;
  • To drive within the EU drivers hours and Road Transport Working Time Regulations;
  • Overtime and occasional night outs available;
  • To fill out all paperwork accurately;
  • To be reliable and customer focused;
  • Candidates must have previous experience and excellent knowledge of LHR Cargo operations;
  • Collecting and Delivering Freight to LHR Cargo sheds, Home Counties and throughout the UK.

Requirements:

  • Outstanding communication skills targeted at handling customers face to face and over the phone;
  • You MUST hold a valid Digital Tachograph card;
  • You MUST have no more than 6 points on your licence;
  • Full Driver Qualification Card (Driver CPC);
  • Exceptional time management, working to tight deadlines;
  • You MUST hold a valid in date LGV HGV Class 2 licence or 7.5t;
  • You cannot have any more than 6 points on your license;
  • Have good written and verbal communication skills;
  • Excellent knowledge of the South East road network;
  • Understanding of driver hours and regulations;
  • Maximum of 3 endorsement points on licence – Due to insurance restraints;
  • Driver CPC;
  • Digital tacho card and full CPC;
  • T Category C1 Driving License;
  • You must have at least 1 years’ experience driving 7.5 Tonne vehicles within the UK.