Specialists in providing engineered above ground drainage and water supply systems, Polypipe Building Services leverages offsite fabrication to design and deliver solutions to mechanical and public health engineers, M&E contractors as well as local authorities. Polypipe Building Services houses well-known industry brand Terrain and has been delivering systems to commercial, high rise residential, healthcare, education and leisure projects for over 50 years.
Role: To provide Polypipe with a professional driving service, to meet and exceed expectations of our customers and carry out all relevant activities safely and securely, whilst observing company policies & procedures and current road transport legislation including relevant EU regulations.
Key Responsibilities:
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Drive company vehicles and operate company equipment in a safe and proper fashion and in accordance with company policies, procedures and legislation to deliver manufactured goods and collect from suppliers.
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Ensure all product is loaded and secured on the vehicle in a safe, stable fashion and secured appropriately for travel on the public highway.
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Carry out vehicle and auxiliary equipment checks prior to operation of any vehicle and report any defects immediately to the controller/compliance administrator.
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Arrange repairs via instructions on running sheet/take defected vehicle to place of repair accordingly.
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Ensure that any documentation is completed and signed as required.
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Ensure all tachograph records including drivers hours are correct and compliant with all current legislation and records carried for previous 28 days.
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On return to your base / at the end of shift report to the traffic office for a full debrief.
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Undertake a driving skills assessment annually or at any other time as requested.
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Comply with the vehicle security and standing instructions at all times.
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Where company uniform and personal protective equipment has been issued they must be worn at all times when on duty.
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Assist with induction training of new starters / agency staff
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Maintain high standards of housekeeping.
Skills and Requirements:
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Category C1 Licence
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Driver CPC Qualification Card
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Knowledge of Road Transport & Working Time Legislation
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Knowledge of FORS/Earned recognition accreditations
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Excellent Customer Service Skills
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Flexible approach to duties
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Focused attention to detail
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Excellent Communication
Working Hours & Benefits:
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Monday - Friday, 6:00am until 3:15pm
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25 days holiday plus bank holidays
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Up to 8% matched pension
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Company Sick Pay
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Share save Scheme
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Life assurance
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Various health & wellbeing initiatives including complimentary occupational health on-site physiotherapy and counselling services
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Staff discount on all Genuit Group products