A well established and very reputable manufacturing business based in Halifax is now looking for an experienced HGV Driver to join their growing team.

About the role:

To ensure goods are delivered in a first-class condition, completing all necessary paperwork and above all, leaving a positive impression of the business on the customers

Responsibilities:

• Ensure products are safely loaded and secured to minimise chances of damage.
• Cross check that the load is correct against the customers’ orders.
• Ensure that on arrival the delivery is safe to make and respect customer’s property; if in doubt, consult with customer and/or Warehouse & Transport Manager.
• Provide excellent customer service.
• Handle customer issues on delivery effectively and contact Warehouse & Transport Manager for assistance if required.
• Carry out multi-drop deliveries in a timely and safe manner.
• Drive the vehicle safely and in accordance with the law, remembering at all times that the vehicles are branded and representative of the Company’s impression on the general public.
• Look after the vehicle and ensure that it is not subjected to unnecessary damage.
• Maintain the cleanliness of the driving cab.
• Ensure accidents are kept to a minimum.
• Report any accidents as soon as possible and in compliance with the company’s accident reporting procedure.
• Complete vehicle daily inspection sheet and give to Warehouse & Transport Manager.
• Attend essential training to carry out the driver role.
• When required provide support in the warehouse/yard as required by the Warehouse & Transport Manager.
• Adhere to all relevant company procedures and processes are followed and adhered to in line with the Company’s procedures and requirements particular Health and Safety regulation.
• Constantly work to improve processes.
• Make suggestions for productivity improvements.
• Ensure the warehouses and yard are always clear of debris.
• Ensure that equipment is properly maintained.
• Physical demands include the stacking of goods onto pallets from storage bays, stacking empty pallets, coupling and uncoupling of trailers and opening and closing of vehicle curtains.
• Ensure all vehicles are locked and secure with the keys returned to the key cupboard.
• Ensure the minimum amount of noise is made at night and the loading plan is always adhered to.
• Utilise the Company’s electronic document submission application to report damage and discrepancies on deliveries to ensure that customers are invoiced correctly.

Experience Required:

• Hold LGV/HGV Licence.
• Driver CPC.
• No DUI/DWI convictions in the past seven years.
• High levels of health and safety standards.
• Dependability.
• Clear vision and good eyesight.
• Diligent attention to detail.
• Adept are operating and controlling additional equipment.
• Patience and ability to work under pressure.
• Critical thinker and problem-solving skills.
• Efficient time-management skills.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills
• Resilient and flexible mindset with the ability to adapt to process changes.
• Works effectively within a team.
• Consistently presents a professional manner in appearance, language, and behaviour.

Contractual Hours:10 hours per day – Monday to Friday with occasional overtime and night, Flexible start times from 5am

Overtime: Paid for hours above contractual hours

Class: C or C+E

Salary: £30,912 per annum

Other Benefits:                 

Holidays – 23 days, increasing with service after 5 years

Bonus – Guaranteed 10% Annual bonus (pro rata for new starters)

Pension – 7%

For a confidential discussion please call Sharna on 07412 428910 or email Sharna@optimal-recruitment.co.uk