MS513 - HGV Class 2 Driver
Location: Bournemouth
Salary: £30,000 per annum
Overview: First Military Recruitment are currently seeking a HGV Class 2 Driver on behalf of one of our clients. The role of the HGV Driver involves loading, delivering and collecting heavy plant equipment to and from the customer sites in a timely and professional manner whilst driving responsibly and safely within the law at all times.
Our client encourages applications from ex-military personnel however all candidates will be given due consideration.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Loading, delivering and collecting heavy plant equipment to and from the customer sites in a timely and professional manner whilst driving responsibly and safely within the law at all times.
- When on customer sites, there may be a requirement to carry out hire equipment demonstration and the Driver must ensure that all relevant checks and administration involved for the hire are completed accurately.
- All paperwork associated with deliveries should be accurately completed and debriefed at depot on return with supervisor or nominate person.
- Inform any delivery issues to our client's customer service department or depot supervisor via vehicle mobile phone, where applicable and any remedial action taken.
- Ensure your vehicle is driven in a professional manner, with regard to your safety and damage to the vehicle.
- Ensure that all Driver, Health & Safety and Food Hygiene legislation is complied with and in accordance with company procedures.
- Do vehicle safety check before setting off each day.
- Complete all the deliveries on the daily run allocated to you.
- Driver load sheets and tachographs to be completed accurately.
Skills and Qualifications:
- Significant experience working within an HGV driving role loading, delivering and collecting heavy plant equipment from customer sites
- Class 2 driving licence, Driver CPC with a minimum of 35 hours completed and valid Digital Tachograph card
- Recent experience of towing trailers is essential
- An understanding of Health & Safety protocols and the ability to follow these guidelines in the workplace
- Excellent customer service skills and strong attention to detail
Benefits include:
- Up to 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- The option to buy up to 5 days additional leave
- Contributory Pension Scheme
- Life Assurance
- Employee Welfare Fund (Company-funded social events)
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Health & Wellness (Well-being Hub, Employee Assistance Helpline, Annual Flu Jab)
Location: Bournemouth
Salary: £30,000 per annum