As a HGV 1 Store Delivery Driver, you will play a critical role in ensuring the safe and efficient transport of goods from our distribution centre to various stores. You will be responsible for driving a Heavy Goods Vehicle (HGV1) while adhering to all traffic and safety regulations. Your primary goal will be to deliver goods in a timely and secure manner, maintaining the integrity of the products and providing excellent customer service.
Key Responsibilities:
- Safely operate a HGV1 vehicle to transport goods to designated store locations.
- Load and unload goods, ensuring that they are properly secured and organized within the vehicle.
- Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections to ensure safety and compliance with regulations.
- Plan delivery routes, taking into consideration traffic conditions and delivery schedules.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date delivery and mileage records.
- Comply with all relevant traffic and safety regulations, including hours of service and weight limits.
- Communicate effectively with dispatch and store personnel to coordinate delivery schedules and address any issues.
- Provide excellent customer service by representing the company in a professional and courteous manner.
- Use Telemetric and specific routes plans.
- Handle goods with care to prevent damage during transit.
- Report any vehicle malfunctions or safety concerns to the maintenance department.
Qualifications:
- HGV Class 1 Licence (min 2 years experience)
- CPC
- Digi Card
- No more than 6 points.
- Ability to read maps
- Physical fitness
- Reliability and punctuality
- Client Led induction and driving assessment