Class 1 Driver

Class 1 Driver Location: Biggleswade Who are they? Our client has been operating under an umbrella company since 1985 servicing household names from their 70 locations across the UK. Our client's people? They’re proud to be powered by their people – they’re the heart of our client's success. A family owned business dating back over 200 years, they have a vibrant mix of colleagues up and down the country. From drivers, walkers, hikers, swimmers, runners, painters, singers and everything in between Living their values by ‘Working Together’ and ‘Trusting Each other’ means that you are bound to meet people who will become friends along the way. A bit about the role: An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced Class 1 Driver to join the team in Biggleswade. Based on a 50 hour week working Monday - Friday (04:00 start time). You will be undertaking the delivery of products on behalf of their customer, Ultraframe, a leading roofing products manufacturer. General driving duties, observing current legal and best practice delivering and collection to/from our customer’s premises or other BDL locations. Wearing correct company uniform & PPE (clean & in good repair). Maintaining a professional standard when representing BDL whilst delivering, driving or collecting products. Carry out pre-use checks prior to using any equipment / vehicle / trailer, complying with appropriate documentation &procedures. Reporting of any vehicle defects / damage or H&S issues to BDL management. Ensuring that vehicle loads are safe and damage free, secured with the appropriate restraints as per company procedures / Safe Systems of Work. Check/ complete /retain and hand over all load documentation/POD’s and delivery paperwork. Ensure that the returned goods process is followed at all times. Nights out may be required in line with operational requirements. Comply with any other reasonable requests from Management. What will make you a great fit for this role? Candidate must be 25 years of age or over with at least 2 years relevant driving experience. Candidate must have no more than 6 points (current) on their license and no endorsements for DD / DR offence codes. Must have a current, valid license appropriate to the category required. (C1 for 7.5t MAM, C for rigid vehicles up to 32 MAM and CE for articulated vehicles) (MAM maximum authorized Mass) Candidates with a non-GB driving license and who live in GB must provide evidence of a GB Certificate of registration, which can be obtained free from the DVLA on submission of Form D9. Must be capable of passing a company driving assessment. Must have experience of loading / unloading and delivering goods to customer premises. Experience of multi-drop deliveries desirable. A reasonable geographical knowledge of the UK. Good understanding of Drivers Hours & WTD regulations. Must have a current /working digi-tacho card. Must be able to pass a company medical. Excellent driving skills. Ability to complete record sheets and paperwork accurately. Reasonable level of fitness to work with loads. Trustworthy and reliable. Demonstrate a reasonable standard of numeracy & literacy. Ability to read, write, understand and communicate in English. Moffett Licence would be advantageous Let’s talk perks… Overtime available after reference period Discounts on days out, tickets, gym memberships, retailers, restaurants and more Some of this month’s picks – 30% off Adidas, 10% off Apple, 4% off Tesco Free cash healthcare scheme for all employees including dependent children; 24/7 counselling & support, 24/7 GP helpline, dental, health screening & more Free eye care vouchers for VDU users; (free eye test & discount on glasses) Discount on mobile phone contracts with EE; Free CPC training Opportunity to win awards for good telematics scores Expanding portfolio of training opportunities Much more Ready to set the wheels in motion? What are you waiting for Successful applicants will be invited to a face to face interview, as well as seeing their operation in person. They can’t wait to meet you