Overview
HGV Class 1 DriverWe are looking for a Regional Class 1 HGV Driver based from any of our Scotland & North East depots, Glasgow, Aberdeen, Edinburgh, Dundee & Durham, but providing cover for all the depots across the region. This is an excellent opportunity to join the UK market leader in powered access. With this role you will be required to travel and cover the depots where needed across the region. Travel and accommodation arrangements will be paid for by the company when this is required. As an HGV class 1 driver we are looking for people that have the correct licences, hold a CPC card, enjoy dealing with people on a daily basis, have excellent customer service skills and understand the importance of health and safety within an organisation. In return you\'ll receive full training, a competitive salary plus a regional allowance, 25 days holiday + bank holidays, life assurance, Westfield Health Insurance, auto enrolment pension and access to retail discounts.
Responsibilities
* Load and unload machines in accordance with the Company code of practice and use appropriate equipment.
* Maintaining security of load when loading, transporting and delivering machines.
* Handover machines to customers and familiarise customers with machine operation.
* Carry out daily checks on vehicle and ancillary equipment.
* Comply with legislation regarding vehicle safety, tachographs operation and working time.
* Relay appropriate customer queries to depot staff as required.
* Act as an ambassador for the company, providing high standard of customer care and being polite at all times.
* A accurately complete all relevant paperwork.
* Flexible with staying away from home on average three nights per week (accommodation provided).
* Experience of driving a low loader vehicle delivering plant or recovering vehicles is preferred, though full training can be provided.
* An understanding of the importance of customer service is essential as you will be responsible for demonstrating our equipment to customers.
* A demonstrable understanding of HGV vehicle safety and upkeep.
Qualifications & Requirements
* HGV Class 1 licence & a full CPC card.
* Willingness to travel and cover depots across the region as required.
* Good customer service skills and a focus on health and safety.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a flexible environment.
Benefits
* Full training, competitive salary plus regional allowance.
* 25 days holiday + bank holidays.
* Life assurance, Westfield Health Insurance, auto enrolment pension and access to retail discounts.
* Travel and accommodation arrangements paid by the company when required.
About Nationwide Platforms
Part of the Loxam Group, Nationwide Platforms are the UK's leading specialist provider of Powered Access rental equipment, with the largest and broadest fleet, local depots spread across the country and our wealth of experience partnering with companies in a variety of sectors including Construction, Warehouse & Distribution, Aviation, Facilities Management, Industrial Services, Telecoms and Media. Our customers depend on us to provide the right solution to support their every working at height need. At Nationwide Platforms, safety is our priority. Our BlueSky Solutions and Training division offers our customers access to the latest and safest ways to work. Through long standing partnerships with manufacturers, we provide equipment that leads the way to a safer industry. Innovations include secondary guarding systems and Harness ON, a range of pioneering Material Handling Attachments (MHAs), and the SkySentry control and monitoring system. We are committed to equal opportunities for our existing and prospective employees and recognise that our people are our greatest asset.
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