HGV Class 1 Yard Controller/Shunter Driver
Location: ATL Burton Upon Trent, England, United Kingdom
Posted: 4 days ago
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Ascott Transport Limited is a family-owned, rapidly growing company specializing in customer-focused transport and distribution solutions. We are trusted by some of the biggest household names in the UK across food, engineering, and automotive sectors.
We pride ourselves on creating a supportive, encouraging, and progressive workplace. We support and invest in our employees' talents to foster growth within ATL.
Salary: £40,778.17
Hours: 48 hours per week (4x4)
Responsibilities:
* Deliver goods as per manifest sheet.
* Obtain customer signatures as proof of delivery.
* Complete daily defect reports for vehicles and trailers.
* Communicate with transport office staff and external customers.
* Work as part of a team and be flexible to business needs.
* Perform vehicle checks to ensure roadworthiness and compliance with DVSA regulations.
* Comply with Health and Safety (SSOW) and related legislation.
* Participate in the company's annual appraisal policy.
* Unload trailers safely, considering H&S guidelines.
* Occasionally handball as per Manual Handling Guidelines.
* Ensure vehicles are loaded safely and goods are secured.
* Secure parking at all times.
* Keep vehicles clean and tidy.
* Work using own initiative with understanding of RTD and EU Regulations.
* Understand responsibilities towards the company's Operating License.
Essential Requirements:
* Class C + E Licence
* In-date Drivers CPC
* Digital Tachograph Holder
* Less than 6 penalty points on Class 1 Licence
Desirable Requirements:
* 2+ years of experience with Class 1 Licence
* Teamwork experience
* Tug experience/License
Benefits:
* 21 days holiday including Bank Holidays
* Life Assurance Cover
* Health Cash Plan
* Personal development opportunities
* Free on-site parking
* Competitive salary
Additional Information:
Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Accounting/Auditing and Finance
Industries: Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain, and Storage
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