PG Driver/Labourer

Delivering Gas Solutions To The British Industry. Energas is a key part of the Air Liquide Group presence in the UK. Energas are a leading service provider of cylinder gases to a variety of industry sectors in the UK, delivering a local and personal service, combined with global quality products and expert technical support. Energas supply a comprehensive range of cylinder gases to suit the needs of industry from stock. All of our cylinder gases are available in a variety of sizes, ranging from small portable cylinders through to high capacity cylinder packs.

For over 60 years we have provided the best industrial gas supply and service, we continue to strive to exceed our customer’s expectations every day. We pride ourselves on offering a responsive, high quality and local service.

How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW?

• Drive company LGV vehicle over established routes or within an established territory to ensure the efficient and safe delivery and handling of company cylinders/cylinder packs, which may include other duties as defined by local Facility Manager/ Production & Distribution Manager / Supervisor.
• To abide by the current Safety, Health and Environment policy giving priority to the safety of staff, customers and members of the public at all times.
• Be responsible for load security at all times.
• Must abide by the Company’s 12 Life Saving Rules.
• Be responsible for effecting an efficient and satisfactory multi-drop delivery service to customers of the Company.
• Be responsible for operating the company’s ISO 9000 Quality Assurance System to the satisfaction of the Department and Quality Manager in so far as they apply to his duties.
• Obtain receipts or signatures for delivered goods and collect payment for services when required as defined by the company policy.
• Ensure that the vehicles under control are kept secure at all times.
• Ensure that all Company policies that apply to his/her position are carried out in a business-like and efficient manner and to ensure that any necessary paperwork is completed on a daily basis (Advice Notes, Load Sheets, Tachograph charts, Fuel Mileage and daily check sheets).
• Responsible for maintaining the cleanliness of any vehicle, which may be allocated and to carry out daily Company and Statutory checks that may be required.
• Check vehicles to ensure that mechanical, safety, and emergency equipment is in good working order (in line with ADR).
• Comply with traffic laws and follow established traffic and transportation procedures under ADR.
• Maneuver trucks into loading or unloading positions, following signals from loading crew and checking that vehicle and loading equipment (e.g. Manitou/FLT) are properly positioned.
• Collect delivery instructions from appropriate sources, verifying instructions and routes.
• Maintain logs of working hours following applicable regulations in relation to Driver Hours (WTD) / Digital Tachographs.
• Report vehicle defects, accidents, incidents and traffic violations, or any damage to the vehicles or customers/public property.
• Willingly participate in suitable training provided by the Company which will include manual handling training of cylinders and packaged gases.
• The above duties may involve having access to information of a confidential nature. Confidentiality must be maintained at all times.

Are you a MATCH?

• Minimum LGV C (HGV 2).
• Full, Clean Driving Licence.
• Driver’s CPC Card.
• ADR with Core and Packages and UN Class 2.
• FLT Licence an advantage.
• Experience of Multi-Drop Deliveries and knowledge of Local/Regional Areas.
• Good standard of Health and Fitness.
• Willingness to undergo Company Medical if required.
• Disclosure of any unspent conviction.
• Any first Aid or Health & Safety Qualification is an advantage.
• Previous management or supervisory experience.
• Good standard of numeracy and literacy.
• Knowledge of Health and Safety requirements.
• Flexible approach to overtime with a “Can Do” attitude.
• Intuitive and effective communicator.
• Demonstrates energy enthusiasm and a passionate commitment within the role and wider business.
• Demonstrate active listening and questioning techniques.
• Self Motivated, effective time manager with excellent organisational skills.
• Understands and is aware of the impact of costs associated with decision making and how they may impact customers and or the business.
• Develop and support new and innovative ways of working in line with company objectives.
• Clear understanding of the importance of providing great customer service and the impact that can have on increasing our customer base.

Our Differences make our Performance

At Air Liquide, we are committed to build a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the diversity of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders and cultures across the world. We welcome and consider applications from all qualified applicants, regardless of their background. We strongly believe a diverse organization opens up opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to innovate by living our fundamentals, acting for our success and creating an engaging environment in a changing world.

About Us

A world leader in gases, technologies and services for Industry and Health. Through the passion and diversity of its people, Air Liquide leverages energy and environment transition, changes in healthcare and digitization, and delivers greater value to all its stakeholders. Join us for a stimulating experience: you’ll find a world of learning and development opportunities where inventiveness is at the heart of what we do, in an open, collaborative and respectful environment.

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