At Leader Online Ltd, our values guide everything we do. We show Care for ourselves, each other, our business, and the environment. Reporting directly to Transport Manager or Depot Team Leader, as an HGV Driver you will be responsible for the safe transportation of goods from one location to another. The role involves long-distance driving, adherence to road safety regulations, and timely delivery of cargo. This position requires a valid HGV license and knowledge of vehicle maintenance.
The successful candidate will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Employment is conditional upon the satisfactory return of this check in accordance with our safeguarding and recruitment policies.
As part of our commitment to health and safety in the workplace, Leader Online operates a policy of random drug and alcohol testing. Applicants should be aware that successful candidates may be required to participate in testing during the course of their employment.
Driving and Delivery
Operative HGVs (Class 1) to transport goods to various destinations.
Ensure timely and safe delivery of goods as per the schedule
Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections to ensure roadworthiness
Use phones for work matters only as and when legally able and safe to do so
Perform basic vehicle maintenance and report any mechanical issues, defects or delivery problems daily in a timely fashion
Report potential risks, problems, or product defects immediately to your Team Leader
Maintain accurate records of deliveries, mileage and vehicle maintenance.
Handle vehicles and loads with care and ensure secure loading and unloading to avoid any possible damages
Supporting all other areas of the business as and when required including drivers and the warehouse
Participate actively in continuous process improvement projects, seek ways to develop and maximise vehicle fill, load securing and to support and improve customer service levels
Ensure all business and individual key performance indicators are met
~ Valid HGV Class 1 licence
Digital Tachograph Card
Excellent knowledge of UK road networks
Basic mechanical skills for vehicle checks and minor repairs
Experience in long-distance driving and knowledge of load securing techniques
Long hours and overnight trips may be required
Physical demands include loading and unloading goods
Shift patterns may include early morning, evenings, weekend and public holidays.
Competitive pay and benefits
~ Growth opportunities and career development
~ Chance to drive customer loyalty in a leading UK ecommerce retailer
~22 days holiday per year, together with bank holidays, and a scheme to enable employees to purchase an additional 3 days holiday from the Company, or sell back 2 days of holiday to the Company;
~ Length of Service holiday awards: 1 extra day for every 3 years service;
~ Salary sacrifice pension scheme with employer contributions of 3% in line with current statutory requirements;
~ Salary sacrifice Cycle-to-work scheme;
~ Staff discounts on the Leader product range;
~ Subsidised gym membership;
~ Employee Assistance Programme, Access to Wellbeing Advice & Counselling
~ Employee Referral Bonus
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