We are seeking experienced and enthusiastic Class 2 drivers to join our successful team at a well-known Distribution Centre based out of Hemel Hempstead. These roles will appeal to an individual who loves working in a team to deliver exceptional service.
£43,030 per annum Monday – Friday, 50 hours per week.
Hourly rate - £16.55 per hour
No bank holiday working required
Start times between 05.00 - 06.00, flexibility is required.
Due to the nature of the work heavy lifting is required. It is therefore essential that the successful applicant is capable to carry out this nature of work.
Key Responsibilities:
Drive Company vehicles and operate Company equipment in a safe and proper manner in accordance with Company Policies, procedures, and legislation.
Assist the loading operation in movement of vehicles onto bays.
Provide excellent customer service at all times and to take ownership of customer issues on delivery.
Responsible for the accurate, timely movement and delivery of our customers’ products.
You will be carrying out 5 – 20 drops per day.
Delivery of demountable boxes & paperwork to out-bases for day deliveries.
Carry out vehicle and auxiliary equipment checks prior to the operation of any vehicle, reporting any defects immediately.
On return to base, report to the traffic office for full debrief and report any exceptions in a timely manner.
This role ability to self-manage and use initiative for solving problems.
Adhering to safe working practices to ensure the safety of yourself and others at all times
Experience & Qualifications:
Full Category 2 Driving Licence / Class 1 would also be an advantage
DCPC Qualification card required and proof of current hours of training.
Experience of driving commercial vehicles.
Knowledge of driving legislation.
Excellent customer service skills.
Excellent communication skills.
Enthusiasm and reliability.
Benefits of the role:
We really value our people and offer a friendly, safety-first working environment and a competitive salary along with other benefits including company pension scheme, generous holidays, cycle to work scheme, share scheme, employee benefits online discount platform, onsite parking + much more
As a Class 2 driver you will be rewarded with:
1. Competitive salary
2. First Aid, Health and Safety & Fire Marshall Training available
3. Free onsite parking
4. Lockers
5. Uniform
6. Retail discounts
7. Pension scheme
8. Death in Service benefit
9. Healthcare Cash Plan
10. Payroll Giving
11. Shares Scheme
12. Cycle to Work Scheme
13. Wellbeing and benefits Portal
14. Discounts with Companies such as the RAC, EE Mobile Phones
15. Focus on developing your skills
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.