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HGV Class 2 Driver

Job Posted: 15 days ago

Salary: £ 40,000 - 40,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Aylesford

Expire in: 13 days

Job Description

JB508: HGV Class 2 Driver

Location: Aylesford, Kent

Salary:  £40,000 per annum (£50,000+ OTE)

Overview
First Military Recruitment are currently seeking a HGV Class 2 Driver on behalf of one of our clients.

Our client encourages applications from ex-military personnel; however, all candidates will be given due consideration.

Duties and Responsibilities for the HGV Class 2 Driver:

Building positive relationships with customers and ensuring complete satisfaction.
Carefully loading, unloading and handling products to ensure they arrive in perfect condition.
Completing PODs, CMRs and customs documentation where required.
Carrying out daily vehicle checks and reporting defects promptly.
Ensuring loads are secured correctly and transported safely.
Using company technology including PDAs and tracking systems.
Communicating effectively with the Transport Manager and wider team.
Following drivers' hours, tachograph and Working Time Directive regulations.
Maintaining high standards of safety, professionalism and presentation.
Skills and Qualifications for the HGV Class 2 Driver:

Full UK HGV Class 2 driving licence.
Valid Driver CPC and Digital Tachograph card.
Experience with European tramping would be desirable and will include multiple nights away (Monday–Friday). As well as UK work.
Comfortable tramping in the vehicle Monday – Friday while on route.
Speaking French or German would be advantageous, but not essential.
Physically fit and able to manoeuvre and deliver our furniture safely. Manual handling and heavy lifting training provided)
Experience in furniture delivers/ installations would be ideal but not essential.
Strong customer service skills with a polite and professional manner.
Commitment to Health & Safety, adhering to company policies and promoting safe working practices.
Reliable, punctual and a great team player.
Benefits for the HGV Class 2 Driver:

We’re proud to be recognised as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for three consecutive years) – and we work hard to make sure our people genuinely feel it
Competitive salary and a discretionary annual bonus
Pension scheme
Healthcare Cash Plan – claim back medical, dental and optical costs
Perks & rewards platform – access hundreds of deals and discounts
Gym discounts through our perks platform
Employee Assistance Programme – confidential support when you need it
23 days’ holiday plus UK bank holidays, increasing to 26 with length of service
An extra day off for your birthday
Loyalty reward for increasing years of service
Death in service
Learning & Development platform with online courses, certifications and professional development tools to support your career growth
Tree planted in your honour when you join – with trees already planted in the UK, Tanzania, Uganda, Kenya and Madagascar
Sustainability-focused business – committed to low-carbon operations, renewable energy and recycled materials
Regular team socials and events, including summer and Christmas parties
Christmas gift
Refer a friend scheme – £250 reward
EV car charging facilities
High-quality, modern office environment
Free onsite parking / within walking distance from the train station
Location: Aylesford, Kent

Salary: £40,000 per annum (£50,000+ OTE)

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