Class 1 Driver

Class 1 Driver

Ref.: UK - 36570

 

 

Facts & Figures

Job function	Transportation & Warehouse Administration
Country	UK
Location	Cheshire (Warrington)
Position offered by	DHL Supply Chain UK
Reports to	Ian Rogers
Career level	Professional
Contract	Permanent (Full-Time)
Travel required	More than 75% of total work time
Work permit required	Yes
Start date	Immediate
Relocation offered	None
Closing date for applications	11/10/13
Shift work required	Rotational

 

 

Primary Purpose of Role

The transportation and delivery of products to customers using a LGV C & E  commercial motor vehicle whilst meeting the company, customer and legislative requirements.                                                                                                                                                                                     

Key Accountabilities

To carry out multi-drop deliveries on a daily basis within timeframes set out by the Company  

To collect cages and returns from the Customer to transport back to the depot                                                                                         

To meet all special instructions as detailed on delivery documentation

To ensure all documentations completed and signed as required               

To carry out vehicle and auxiliary equipment checks prior to the operation of any vehicle and report any defects

immediately                                                                    

To provide a professional and efficient service to the Customer.               

To ensure safe efficient driving standards are maintained at all times.       

To meet expectation and standards in relation to driver hours EU legislation

To deliver to the customer on time                                                       

To maintain efficiency to meet scheduled times and fuel efficiency            

Qualifications

Desirable

Educated to high school (secondary) standard                              

Educated to university degree level or equivalent professional                  

                                     

Skills/Experiences

Essential

LGV Class 1 License                                                

Previous experience of driving commercial vehicles                                 

Understanding of all requirements under the road safety legislation for drivers hours and tachograph rules  

Ability to follow work procedures and safety rules                                  

Ability to read, understand and follow directions / instructions                

Ability to count accurately and to perform simple math calculations          

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

Ability and Flexibility to work Shifts                                                      

The successful candidate will be expected to work any 5 days from 7, including weekends                                                                                    

                                     

Desirable

Knowledge of geographical area  

How to apply?

Please forward your CV to ian.rogers@iceland.co.uk