Hgv Driver

JRL Plant & Logistics are looking for HGV Drivers, main hub is based in Nottingham.

FULL CLEAN UK DRIVING LICENCE REQUIRED AND YOU MUST HAVE THE RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK.

Guaranteed 50 hours per week, weekend work available and compliance bonus included.

Experience required for this role is a construction industry back ground delivering precast/steel/tower cranes/formwork and modular loads.

Responsibilities:

· Driving company vehicles to deliver loads to sites across the country

· Preparing the vehicle by conducting operator checks and maintenance

· Planning delivery schedules and routes with the Transport Manager

· Supervising or helping to load and unload goods

· Making sure loads are secured safely

· Following traffic reports and changing your route if necessary

· Completing delivery paperwork

· Routine maintenance such as topping up oil, tyre and brake checks before and after journeys

· Ensuring all rules on driver’s hours and working time directive are adhered to

Desirable Criteria:

· Excellent driving skills (assessment will need to be passed)

· The ability to work alone and concentrate for long periods

· A good understanding of driver’s hours regulations

· A polite and professional manner

· A good understanding of safety on the road and when loading and unloading

· The ability to complete record sheets and paperwork accurately

· A reasonable level of fitness

· Be trustworthy and reliable

· Have previous HGV driving experience of at least 1 year

· Good safety practices and driving habits

· Strong geographical knowledge