Casual HGV C+E Security Driver (ADR) in Maidstone

Starting Salary from £15.98 per hour plus nights out and subsistence allowance. Dayshift with occasional nights & EU travel. ADR Qualification - advantageous but not essential as full training and development will be provided. This is an exciting opportunity to develop your skills as a professional driver and enter into the world of Dangerous, Delicate, and Difficult cargo.

As a security driver at CTS you are responsible for securely loading, transporting & delivering specialised freight namely Dangerous Goods (UN Hazardous Classes 1-9 including explosives & radioactive material), sensitive & prohibited items to client’s sites in accordance with ADR legislation, and the Company’s Security Plan adhering to strict daily schedules.

Location: The Company is based at Easter Park and Youngs Industrial Estate, Aldermaston. These will be your base although the role will involve travelling to other locations throughout the UK and into Europe in the course of your duties.

Duties/Responsibilities/Accountabilities include:

• Daily DfT vehicle defect checks (via PDAs) and completion of check sheets
• Daily MHE and equipment checks
• Familiarisation/preparation/planning of routes to scheduled collection and delivery sites as determined by the Road Transport Operations department’s route plans/movement plans. For European journeys this will include referring to the FTA European Road Transport Guide to ensure compliance with country specific driving regulations
• Application of ADR regulations, Aviation Security Regulations, Section 5 regulations, Security Sensitive assets movement regulations and Customer Specific instructions for example delivery to named person only and necessary escalation if named person not available
• Adherence to government regulations/legislations (including Working Time Directive and Drivers Hours) with regards to road users
• Safe and secure vehicle operation (single manned and double manned runs)
• Loading, unloading and securing of freight on vehicle
• Palletising and packing of freight
• Conducting site surveys and reporting back to Road Transport team to assist in movement/project planning
• Carrying out basic ‘plug & play’ on IT moves
• Maintaining the security of vehicle and loads at all times in line with the document ‘Duties of a CTS Security Driver’
• Paperwork collation, POD usage and goods verification on collection and delivery
• Escalation of any discrepancies in goods/paperwork to Road Transport team for further instructions
• Escalation of any security breaches/breakdowns/emergencies in line with CTS procedures
• Reporting all incidents/accidents/non-conformances to the Road Transport team immediately they occur and on return to base, via the completion of incident report form
• Maintaining vehicle cleanliness
• Maintaining a smart, professional appearance by wearing full CTS uniform at all times when representing the Company

General:

• Assisting in maintaining a safe and clean working environment by adhering to all CTS and Client health and safety policies and procedures
• Adhering to all CTS and Client security policies and procedures
• Adhering to all CTS quality policies and procedures
• At all times upholding the values, brand and reputation of the Company through conduct, behaviour and appearance
• At all times actively support the business aims, objectives, policies and procedures
• Undertake any other duties as may be required by Senior Management commensurate with the responsibilities of the job or the requirements of the business

Security vetting is a requirement for all roles at CTS and any offers of employment are made subject to obtaining and maintaining the necessary security clearance. Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK and will be required to provide proof of 5 years’ UK residency.

We are an equal opportunities employer and our aim is to hire great people from all walks of life – if you share our values please come and join us.

CTS pay competitively and provide generous employee benefits including, pension, life assurance, 5 days’ annual company sick pay, 20 days holiday plus BHs with the ability to build up service days, and uniform. We also provide comprehensive training and development opportunities for our staff.

Qualifications: Valid HGV C+E license - ADR certification - Proven experience as a commercial driver - Familiarity with flatbed driving - Ability to prioritise safety and security while on the road.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract, Permanent

Pay: From £15.98 per hour

Benefits: Casual dress, Company events, Company pension, Cycle to work scheme, Life insurance, On-site parking, Referral programme, Sick pay

Work Location: In person