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7.5 TONNE DRIVER
MONDAY - FRIDAY: VARIOUS START TIMES
45 HOURS PER WEEK
£13.46 PER HOUR
People Solutions are currently recruiting for a 7.5 Tonne Driver to join our well-established client based in the Tamworth area.
Benefits
As a 7.5 Tonne Driver you will receive the following benefits:
- Excellent hourly rates
- Ongoing work
- Weekly pay
- Site canteen
- Training provided
- Immediate starts
- Employee Well-being Programme
- Opportunity to go permanent
Rates of Pay
- Basic: £13.46 per hour
Day to Day Duties
Your duties as a 7.5 Tonne Driver will involve but not be limited to:
- Multi drop deliveries of up to between 17 and 23 drops per day.
- Deliveries are made using pump truck and sack barrel, all stock is palletised (multiple customers on one pallet)
- Drivers are required to break down the pallets and deliver inside customer premises. Not doorstep deliveries.
- Ensure that the Company vehicle allocated is maintained in a roadworthy and clean condition, documenting appropriate checks and reporting any faults immediately.
- Ensure duties are carried out within legal requirements.
- Ensure all scheduled deliveries and collections are completed on time, in full on a daily basis.
- Deliver to customers as directed and assist with unloading and taking to final delivery point as requested. Report any problems with delivery sites.
- Ensure that all POD paperwork is correct and signed for either on paper or electronically using Microlise device.
- Present a professional image to the customer, be pleasant and comply with company dress requirements.
As a 7.5 Tonne Driver you will need to have:
- Valid UK Category C1 Driving Licence
- Valid Digital Tachograph Card
- Valid Driver CPC
- Satisfactory driving record
- Maximum of six penalty points on your Licence
- Knowledge of East Midlands area preferred
- Must be able to speak and read a good level of English
- Punctuality and excellent time keeping skills
- Have a good understanding of traffic laws and regulations
- Effective communication skills
Desirable Experience
- Experience driving any commercial vehicles would be beneficial
- Previous experience with multi drop deliveries will be beneficial
Training
- Driver's Assessment must be completed prior to starting
- Industry related training and ongoing support throughout
Apply
- If you are ready to take on this exciting opportunity, apply today by clicking the link below or get in touch with our recruitment team to find out more
