HGV Class 2 Driver
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Role Overview & Responsibilities
Maxim Logistics are a logistics service provider specialising in the storage and distribution of food ingredients throughout the UK. Our clients are primarily dedicated to food ingredients manufactures,
traders, distributors and packaging suppliers. Maxim Logistics are accredited against BRC Storage and Distribution standards which means that food safety and quality is integral to the operation.
We are currently recruiting Class 2 Drivers (26T) - Days - Mon to Friday with Nights Out
1 Saturday shift on rota.**
Main Purpose of role
To collect and deliver freight to various points within the UK in a timely and safe manner, whilst maintaining a polite and presentable profile to all colleagues and clients. Role must be fulfilled with legally and with reference to current EY driver’s hours laws, WTD regulations and normal Road Traffic Law.
Key responsibilities:
- Comply with all Health & Safety regulations
- Fully aware and compliant with daily vehicle checks
- Operation of digital tachograph and load retaining straps
- Able to carry out occasional handball assignments
- Timely and accurate completion of customer paperwork
- Understanding of pallet control (PCVs)
Knowledge and Experience
- UK geographical knowledge
- Tachograph and Drivers legislation - Fully compliant
- Driving efficiently and safely
- Fluency in English language
- Clear communication skills
- Conscientious and helpful
- Ability to work on own initiative
- Positive and flexible attitude
- Polite and presentable (prepared to be an Ambassador of the company)
- Ability to concentrate in a busy environment
- Able to carry out physical activity as the role demands
- Understanding or written and oral communication
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: From £34,979.00 per year
Benefits:
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability
Experience:
- Driving a Goods Vehicle: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Driver CPC (required)
Work Location: In person
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