HGV Class 1 Driver (Salary Negotiable) in Kettering

Role and Responsibilities

Promote a positive company image by keeping a neat, clean and tidy appearance

Ensure vehicle/trailer is fit for the road by undertaking and logging daily vehicle checks

Reporting any defects to the workshop to maintain the safety of driver, customers, members of the public and goods

Ensure vehicle is loaded and unloaded safely in accordance with company procedures avoiding risk of injury to yourself and others

Ensure vehicle is loaded efficiently e.g. goods sorted and stored in vehicle in ascending order according to deliveries

Ensure vehicle is securely loaded e.g. using internal straps and rachet straps when necessary

Load and unload vehicles safely in relation to collection/delivery to avoid risk of injury to self/others

Ensuring goods are delivered to customers in optimum condition according to company standards

Report any issues in connection with deliveries to the Transport Office immediately

Complete all relevant paperwork obtaining signatures when appropriate

Inform the company promptly of any accidents or incidents you are involved in

Ensure when delivering/collecting, unless in a situation that cannot be avoided, you take the most direct route and within an acceptable time limit

Be available at all times when on duty (except whilst driving and the vehicle is in motion) and to return calls to the office as soon as possible (once you have stopped the vehicle and turned the engine off)

Supply a copy of your driving licence to the company annually or as required and inform the company immediately of any driving convictions/restraints imposed on you

Always follow the rules of the highway code

Ensure compliance to standards in respect of all company requirements

Report any accidents in the workplace immediately

Ensure correct Personal Protective Equipment is worn at all necessary times

Be familiar with and follow the companys and customers health and safety policies, guidelines and procedures at all times

Work as part of a team and actively demonstrate a willingness to support and achieve the overall business objectives

Effectively communicate with all staff to ensure the safety and efficiency of yourself, others and the site

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with all colleagues

Preferred Skills

Keep up to date with changes in driving legislation and ensure that these are complied with

Relevant Licences and Drivers Cards applicable to position

Have a friendly and engaging personality and is comfortable working with members of the public

Be physically fit as there is some lifting and carrying involved in the role

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