HGV Driver

Shift Pattern- Any 4 from 7 Days 00:00-07:00am Start Window 

Salary- 15.49ph plus 1.50ph extra for every Saturday and Sunday hour worked plus 1.50ph extra for working between 18:00-03:59 x 7 nights a week.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Optimising all routes and adherence of WTD and drivers hours legislation
• Controlling equipment through training received and sign in / sign out procedure ensuring legal compliance
• Ensuring all pallets / loads are secured using loads straps
• Effectively communicating with the Transport team and other depots
• Ensuring retailer arrival and departure times ensuring deliveries and collections are made within the specified windows and all delivery documentation / goods are signed for and uploaded using the in cab tablet.
• Providing the admin team at end of shift with a completed timesheet completed delivery paperwork and advising of any equipment defects
• Communicating any potential failures or changes to the original plan
• Liaising with delivery staff to ensure any discrepancies on the delivery are identified before moving on to the next delivery / collection
• Ensuring all accidents incidents and near misses are reported
• Working with the driver training & development team to maximise fuel MPG and continuous improvement of Microlise driving standards / techniques.
• Managing vehicle and trailer cleanliness ensuring that the companys corporate image is maintained at all time

Qualifications :

• CE Licence (minimum 12 month experience)
• Tachograph card
• DCPC qualification card
• Maximum 6 points no drug or drink driving no careless / dangerous driving
• Attention to detail/accuracy
• Ability to work without direct supervision
• Flexible and methodical approach to work start times end times and training

Additional Information :

As part of our drive to make Great Bear a great place to work we are proud to be an inclusive and diverse organisation where we are committed to employee development and recognising success for hard working performers.

Our dedicated learning and development programmes are open to every employee to give you the opportunity to shape your own future within logistics and continue to work in an environment where team culture thrives.

Our people are the driving force behind our success which is why we offer a wide range of benefits which include:

• Annual Leave  28 days inclusive of the bank holidays. 
• Pension scheme  We want colleagues to enjoy a comfortable retirement so we offer a great contribution of 4% employee and 4% employer.
• Life Assurance -  x2 your annual salary.
• Wellness  Via our Employee Assistance Programme we offer immediate access to a confidential telephone counselling and legal information service that operates 24 hours a days 365 days a year. 
• Eye Care Vouchers  We can provide you with substantial savings with free eye tests and discounts on prescription glasses. 
• Reward & Recognition  We recognise that employees have gone the extra mile via Employee of the Month and Year special recognition and long service awards.
• Everyday discounts - Via our benefit platform you will have access to over 50 retailer discounts for everyday savings!

If you meet the requirements for the above role and are looking for your next career opportunity please apply now and become a part of our #WinningTeam!

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time