HGV 1 Trunking Driver - Night Shift in Tingewick

HGV Class 1 - Buckingham, MK18 4FD About the role: We are currently looking for an additional full time, permanent experienced HGV Class 1 Driver to join our team at one of our Pallet sites at Buckingham. This post reports to the Transport Manager. The successful candidate will hold a CPC licence and a digital tachograph card preferably with a current counterbalance folk lift truck licence. Applicants must have a flexible approach, with the ability to work as part of a team and operate individually. In addition to the employee's normal hours of work, you may be required to work on a Saturday on a rota system if necessary. Must hold a valid Driver's Licence Safely transport equipment to customer locations in a timely, safe and courteous manner Complete Daily defect Inspections Follow all Company Operational Procedures and QC Standards Adhere to all safety requirements particular to the equipment, Maintain Truck Equipment/Inventory Maintain the service and appearance of truck Follow delivery/pickup instructions from Dispatch Note, Sales coordinator Perform any other duties as assigned by Sales coordinator / Transport Manager Frequent holding and grasping with the hands when loading and unloading equipment and tying and chaining down equipment Frequent use of foot/feet to operate foot pedal/s on equipment and trucks Exposure to bright lights, extreme temperatures, loud noise, dust, gas and/or fumes Safely operate a commercial vehicle, such as a flatbed truck, to transport goods and materials to designated locations Load and unload cargo, ensuring proper securement and adherence to safety regulations Plan routes and follow delivery schedules to ensure timely and efficient transportation of goods Inspect vehicles for mechanical issues and perform routine maintenance checks Maintain accurate records of deliveries, mileage, and fuel usage Valid commercial driver's license (CDL) with appropriate endorsements Proven experience as a truck driver or delivery driver Clean driving record with no recent accidents or traffic violations Ability to operate a flatbed truck and properly secure cargo for transport Strong knowledge of commercial driving regulations and safety protocols Physical stamina and strength to load and unload heavy cargo 33 days annual leave Discretionary bonus scheme Contributory pension scheme Life insurance Employee assistance program and app giving access to free physiotherapy, counselling and select health services After 3 months' service Employee discounts for retail and leisure After 3 months' service Family-friendly policies Free Parking James Jones & Sons Ltd is a 5th generation family business and one of the UK's largest and most progressive timber processing companies with core activities in timber harvesting, sawmilling, pallets & packaging, and distribution. In the UK, we operate seven sawmills throughout Scotland and the north east of England: an engineered wood manufacturing plant in the north of Scotland and pallet and packaging operations at 14 sites across the UK. We produce high quality, British grown timber for the UK construction, landscaping, and agricultural sectors; market-leading JJI-Joists for the housebuilding and construction markets and pallets and packaging for blue chip domestic and exporting businesses. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: £17.60 per hour Company pension Employee discount Free parking Health & wellbeing programme Life insurance Driving: 1 year (required) Driving Licence (required)