Van Driver / Relief C2 Driver in London

Our client based in Perry Barr are looking to recruit a Class 2 driver initially driving a Van but covering the Class 2 vehicles when needed for holiday and sickness cover. As the Distributor of Choice, the client takes pride in providing the highest level of service and support.

As one of our Drivers, you will be responsible for the transport and delivery of goods to our customers in a safe and timely manner, always providing a high level of professional customer service. Driving professionally with competent knowledge of Road Traffic Law is a must, always demonstrating consideration towards other road vehicles and vulnerable road users. You must ensure compliance with the DVSA Regulations (Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency) and vehicle security. You will report directly to the Transport or Operations Manager.

Key Relationships

• Externally - Customers, general public, other road users, DVSA, traffic police
• Internally - Transport Manager, Operations Manager, company employees

Candidate Requirements

Behaviours:

• Customer focused
• Team player
• Can do attitude
• Flexible
• Good communicator
• Professional
• Detail conscious
• Results driven
• Proactive

Skills:

• Numerate & literate
• Valid driving licence
• Professional driving experience
• Health and safety aware

Key Responsibilities

Customer Service & Performance:

• Verify delivery instructions, plan routes accordingly and meet delivery schedules.
• Check the vehicles are loaded in an organised and efficient methodology in line with deliveries.
• Ensure on arrival, the delivery is safe to make and respect Customer's premises.
• To undertake checks at point of delivery to ensure the customer's order is correct, agrees with the delivery paperwork and is in good condition.
• Check goods off with customer in line with paperwork, noting any errors/returns accordingly.
• Obtain customer signature or branch signature for internal branch transfers.
• Report any road/bridge restrictions or any other delivery problems to the Operations Manager.
• Follow procedures for securing the premises, vehicle, stock, and cash.
• Vehicles secured and keys always removed from cabs.
• Any theft or likelihood of theft to be reported to the Operations Manager immediately.
• Support to the branch with picking, packing, stock checks, loading & housekeeping duties as required.
• Be courteous, polite, and professional to all customers, colleagues, the public and other road users.
• Accepting of any changes in the delivery schedule to accommodate customer requirements.
• Checking the customer is satisfied with the delivery/goods and providing feedback to branch if required.
• Any sales leads/opportunities to be passed back to the Operations Manager on return to depot.

Compliance:

• Always drive the vehicle safely and professionally in accordance with the Law.
• Drive within the EU Regulations - Tachograph, Drivers' Hours Limits, and the Working Time Rules.
• Inspect vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues daily and ongoing throughout the day.
• Report defects immediately to the Operations Manager for rectification.
• Be aware of the vehicle inspection rota for servicing & MOT in line with the Operator Licence requirements.
• Supervise the loading of the vehicle to ensure products are safely loaded within the weight limits and secured.
• Observe Health & Safety regulations in the loading areas and Customer premises.
• Always wear personal protection equipment (PPE).
• When using the Harness Restraint System ensure there are additional personnel in the vicinity.
• Be adaptable and have the foresight to handle unexpected situations (traffic, weather conditions etc).
• Report all driving convictions/offences, parking tickets, fines to the Operations Manager.
• Report all near miss incidents, accidents, vehicle damage, roadside stops etc to the Operations Manager.
• Report accidents as soon as possible following the incident in line with company's accident procedure.
• Retain all fuel, toll receipts etc complying to the directive from the Operations department.
• Display the Operator's Licence Disc, FORS Accreditation and Vulnerable Road User stickers on the vehicle.
• Attend essential training to carry out the Driver role.
• Take ownership of own Driver Medicals as required.
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures including the Company Dress Code and Standards of Performance.
• Adhere to the Company Health, Safety and Environmental Policies.
• Any other duty reasonably requested by management.

Working Hours: 42.5 Hours

Holiday & Benefits:

• 23 Days Holiday + Statutory Entitlement
• Life Assurance Plan
• Bonus Scheme

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Company pension after qualifying period
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• On-site parking