3.5 LWB Van Driver

Overview

The primary purpose of this role is to provide support to the Company in the delivery and collection of Company equipment and sub-hires.

Qualifications

• UK issued valid driving license.• A good working knowledge of the UK road network, in particular London and surrounding areas.• Flexible working hours, including weekends, public holidays, early morning, late evening and overnight shifts are not unusual

• Ability to work independently and to be proactive.• Previous logistics experience is desirable but a willing attitude to learn and take instruction is essential.

• Understanding of safe lifting practices.• Good communication skills and willingness to co-operate with others.

Responsibilities

• Carry out driving duties as allocated by the Logistics department.• Driving 3.5T company lwb vehicles as required by the demands of the business.• Ensure Pre-safety checks are completed on the vehicles prior to leaving site, reporting any issues in the correct manner.• Ensure deliveries and collections are completed within their allocated time slots.• Complete and process all required paperwork.• Abide by all traffic regulations regarding speed and vehicle dimensions.• Submit details of hours worked to the logistics department.• Maintain cleanliness of vehicles both internally and externally.• Ensure you are available to be contacted safely whilst on driving duties (Hands free equipment provided)• Report any issues that may cause delays to deliveries or collections.• Adhere to safe loading practices when lifting and handling equipment.• Ensure vehicle loads are safe, secure and within the load capacity of the vehicle.• Be a point of contact for all transport issues in the absence of the UK Transport Operations Manager.• Represent the Company in a positive and professional manner.• Report any incidents and accidents to your manager promptly.• Undertake additional projects as directed by the UK Transport Operations Manager.• Employees are expected to ensure that the Company’s policies, procedures and obligations are adhered to in carrying out all duties.• This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be exhaustive. Employees are expected to adopt additional tasks when required, these tasks will be in keeping with the general profile of the role.