HGV Driver Brakes Warrington

Road to Logistics is a Community Interest Company established with Government backing to tackle the UK Driver Shortage. We offer individuals who are currently out of work and claiming a qualifying benefit the opportunity to train to be an HGV Driver in the Warrington area, with a guaranteed interview with one of our logistics partners. The training and test are all paid for; we just need a clean UK driving licence and commitment to the programme. Gaining an HGV licence usually costs around £4,000, so this is a unique opportunity to gain a new qualification with no cost implication. The course takes you from a car licence to Category C and includes the Driver CPC qualification, Health and Safety Qualification, and employability and sector awareness training. Driving is a rewarding job with varied days and interaction with many customers. Logistics offers progression opportunities and job security in this booming industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervising the loading of the vehicle to ensure products are safely loaded and secured, minimising damage.
• Ensuring that on arrival the delivery is safe, respecting customer property; if in doubt, consult with the customer and/or Shift Manager.
• Checking goods off with customers and obtaining signatures.
• Using company technology (tablets) as required.
• Providing excellent customer service.
• Driving the vehicle safely and in compliance with the law.
• Driving within tachograph law and driver hours limits.
• Looking after the vehicle, preventing unnecessary damage.
• Maintaining cleanliness of the driving cab.
• Ensuring accidents are kept to a minimum and reporting any accidents promptly in accordance with the company's accident reporting procedure.
• Completing the daily vehicle inspection sheet and giving it to the Shift Manager.
• Attending essential training to carry out the driver role.
• Adhering to all company policies and procedures, including Company Standards of Performance and Health and Safety Policy.

Qualifying Criteria

• Full, valid UK Driving Licence with no more than 6 points.
• No spent or unspent conviction in the last 10 years for driving without insurance or under the influence of alcohol/drugs.
• Age 19 years or older.
• Currently out of work and claiming a qualifying benefit.
• Not currently on any other DWP scheme such as Kickstart or Restart (contracted provision).
• Physically able to perform a fairly manual role.
• Able to use a computer to study online for the HGV Theory exams and to attend some virtual training.

A Satisfying Role

A key member of our driving team, you’ll deliver ambient, chilled and frozen products to customers across the local region, ensuring safe, on-time delivery and maintaining the highest food hygiene standards. You’ll also be responsible for maintaining accurate records, completing load plans and building positive relationships with colleagues and customers.

What You Bring to the Mix

• A qualified Class 2 Driver with valid CPC cards and a proactive approach to your work.
• A commitment to providing the highest standard of service to customers.
• Strong communication and people skills.
• The ability to follow processes and procedures.
• The flexibility to work in a shift system.

Bags of Benefits

We take care of our people. Our benefits include a pension scheme, generous holiday, family‑friendly flexibility, ongoing training and fantastic discounts on our products.