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29.06.2025
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Job Description:
Class 1 Relief Tanker Driver – Job Description
Class 1 bulk powder tankerdriver collecting and deliveringpowder products for the construction industry. Ensuring that deliveries are on time and that health and safety procedures are followed at all times.
Wincanton operate on behalf of Breedon Cement to provide transport for both bulk powder and palletised deliveries. The contract has a nationwide delivery area with key distribution points at Dagenham, Hope Valley, Runcorn, Walsall and Port of Blyth.
The role of the relief tanker driver requires the loading and pressurised discharge of powder products – predominantly cement. The relief driver will be required to provide cover days or nights whilst other drivers are away. To this end, the relief driver must be flexible to travel away from the Dagenham base location to operate a vehicle stationed elsewhere as necessary. The relief driver must be prepared to tramp-out to suit the needs of the business.
* £44,029.44 per annum (based on 48 hours per week)
* £17.64 per hour
* £50 per week relief driver bonus (If away from Dagenham depot)
* £20 Night shift allowance (If on nights)
* Monday - Friday
* Saturday paid at time and a half
* Sunday paid at double time
* Minimum 48 hour per week contract
* Full bulk tanker training provided
* A Week off at Christmas (3 days from your holiday allocation)
* Sick pay after 1 year of service
* Full uniform provided
* Child carevouchers
* RAC discount
* High street, Online Stores and RestaurantDiscounts
How will you contribute?
* You will be responsible for the accurate and timely movement and delivery of our customers’ products, servicing the Construction sector.
* Ensuring all documentation is completed accurately with attention to detail.
* Adhering to safe working practices to ensure the safety of yourself and others at all times.
* Complying with all relevant legislation in line with Drivers Hours and Working Time Directive requirements (opt out available).
* Responsible for the Health and Safety of themselves and others, completion of dynamic risk assessments, adhering to safe working practices and the Health & Safety at Work Act, including accident, incident and damage reporting.
* To ensure contractual KPI’s over delivery of product is undertaken in both a legally compliant and health and safety manner.
* Attending any relevant training as required to ensure you remain fully equipped to perform your role effectively and to assist in the development of continuous improvement.
* Keep the vehicle you use clean, tidy and well cared for, so it is ready to be used the next day.
What will you bring?
* Must hold a valid HGV LGV Class 1 licence
* Must hold a valid Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (DCPC Card)
* Must hold a Digital Tachograph card
* 12 months Class 1 driving experience preferable
* Must be available to do 4 nights out per week if required
* Must be fully flexible on working hours
* Possess excellent customer facing awareness
What do we offer?
We really value our people and offer a friendly working environment, a focus on developing your skills and a competitive salary. Benefits include full uniform, safety equipment, access to a company pension scheme with employer contributions and other optional schemes you may wish to join. These are just some of the reasons which make Wincanton a great place to work!
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.
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