Overview
Due to continued expansion of our established and highly successful business, we are actively seeking HGV Class 1 Tramper drivers to join the operations team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for transporting our Mats and Plant safely and efficiently across various routes. This role requires a strong commitment to safety, excellent driving skills, and the ability to handle flatbed deliveries. As a Driver, you will play a crucial role in ensuring timely deliveries while maintaining the highest standards of service.
As you will be delivering to client sites, you must have effective customer service skills and be able to conduct yourself with the utmost professionalism.
There are vacancies in Oxfordshire but you will be required to travel around the UK
What We Do
NPK Access Solutions Ltd is the sole supplier of Durabase matting in the UK - hiring and installing this class-leading site access solution throughout the UK.
Our matting system allows our customers to access their work sites, often located in very challenging locations, throughout the year. We have a wide-ranging client base across construction, events, crane hire and temporary builds, to name but a few. We are exceptionally strong in the utility sector, where our customers require access all year round to power networks, railway lines and energy installations.
With our unwavering commitment to the health and safety of our people, our customers, and those around us, we also pride ourselves on developing our employees to further their careers with us. We are passionate about innovation, the environment, and positive teamwork, thus providing our customers with exquisite service.
Our installation and recovery operations are undertaken across the entire UK, often in remote locations in all weather, and will require nights out.
What We Value
We maintain an unwavering commitment to act in accordance with our Core Values of Integrity, Respect, Excellence, and Accountability which ensure our customers receive the best products and services we can offer and that you experience a safe workplace where you can thrive:
Safety - Protecting each other like family while sustaining the environment in which we work.
Integrity - Acting honestly, ethically, and responsibly in all aspects of our business.
Respect - Dealing fairly and openly with employees, customers, suppliers and community.
Excellence - Delivering value through performance, innovation and service quality.
Accountability - Using good judgment and taking responsibility for our actions.
Essential Duties
Operate lorries to transport goods and Plant to designated locations.
Ensure the safe loading and unloading of cargo.
Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the vehicle to ensure it is in good working condition.
Maintain accurate delivery logs and documentation as required.
Adhere to all traffic laws and regulations while driving.
Communicate effectively with dispatchers and other team members regarding delivery schedules and any potential delays.
Assist in the maintenance of the vehicle by reporting any issues or concerns promptly.
The successful applicant:
Proven experience with tramping or in a similar role is preferred. .
Strong knowledge of vehicle maintenance and basic troubleshooting skills.
Excellent navigation skills and familiarity with local roads and routes.
Ability to work independently as well as part of a team, demonstrating strong communication skills.
A commitment to providing exceptional customer service during all interactions.
Ability to follow exact direction.
Able to maintain accurate paperwork/electronic records.
Must be able to adhere to all Health and Safety procedures and rules.
Must have good interpersonal skills required to work in a team environment.
Ability to work a flexible schedule (day, night, occasional weekends).
Must be able to pass a criminal background check, motor vehicle record check and drug/alcohol screen/physical.
Reliable and trustworthy, good timekeeper, able to use their own initiative and highly motivated.
Full training will be provided, with development opportunities and ability to progress within the company.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, plus overtime opportunities paid at time in a half.
Requirements
Valid CPC License
HGV Class 1 licence, must be comfortable with securing loads and plant using ratchet straps.
Desirable
Experience of Wagon & Drag is desirable.
CSCS card desirable but not essential as full training will be provided.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From £16.50 per hour
Benefits:
Additional leave
Company pension
Employee discount
Health & wellbeing programme
Life insurance
Referral programme
Sick pay
Application question(s):
Must be comfortable with securing loads using ratchet straps.
Licence/Certification:
HGV class 1 driving License (required)
Work authorisation:
United Kingdom (required)
Willingness to travel:
100% (required)
Work Location: On the road