Class 1 Driver - Stoke on Trent

Job description

Ref: req35215

Primary purpose of role

Responsibility for efficient transportation and delivery of products to customers using a commercial motor vehicle meeting company, customer and legislative requirements.

                                                                  

Key Accountabilities

Follow customer specific procedures

Maintain regular contact with Transport team                                                                     

Count and check all products, compare to manifest and complete a visual check for damage

To report any defect as soon as reasonably practicable using the defect reporting procedures. 

Report any excesses, shortages or damage to supervisor in a timely manner                          

Secure loads effectively and ensure loads are within the weight limits

To assist with site shunting when required and taking vehicles and trailers to service as necessary

Complete routine vehicle checks                                                                                        

Ensure vehicle is kept clean and tidy internally and externally

To follow all current company and site rules and regulations

Comply with appropriate working time legislation and EU tachograph regulations

Desired profile

Qualifications

Essential

Valid Driver's licence for class of vehicle to be driven                                                  

Valid Hazardous Goods licence (where appropriate to role)                                                   

Valid Medical (where appropriate)                                                         

Driver CPC                                                   

                                                                  

Skills/Experiences

Essential

At least 2 years’ experience driving heavy goods vehicles.                                                    

Knowledge of geographical area                                                  

Ability to follow work procedures and safety rules                                                      

Ability to read, understand and follow directions/instructions                                                         

Ability to count accurately and to perform simple mathematical calculations                           

Have appropriate hand, eye and foot co-ordination to effectively use mechanical handling equipment                                                 

Ability to move product which may require bending, stretching, stooping, stepping, reaching and/or lifting, in line with Health & Safety regulations                                                

Basic mechanical understanding