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Job Posted: 10 days ago

Salary: £ 14.58 - 14.58 / Hour
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Doncaster, South Yorkshire

Expire in: 18 days

Job Description

Polypipe Building Products are focused on delivering solutions to the residential sector. Polypipe Building Products works with national and local developers, plumbing and heating engineers, general builders and groundworkers to deliver above and below ground drainage systems, rainwater solutions as well as hot and cold plastic plumbing products.
The role: To safely transport goods across site(s) within agreed timescales and in adherence with all Health & Safety requirements and other site rules.
Your day to day:
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    Ensure all vehicles scheduled for loading are fit for purpose, with pre-load checks completed prior to despatch.
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    Report any defects or issues promptly to the relevant level of management.
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    Verify that all loads are correctly secured and compliant with safety standards before departure.
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    Conduct thorough safety assessments and vehicle/trailer inspections in line with company procedures.
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    Complete all required documentation accurately and return it promptly for processing.
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    Maintain accurate item counts, record data efficiently, and report any discrepancies immediately.
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    Support environmental sustainability by ensuring all waste materials are correctly segregated and recycled.
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    Safely manoeuvre, reverse, couple, and uncouple trailers as required within holding and loading areas.
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    Foster effective communication with management and colleagues, proactively escalating any workload or safety concerns.
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    Maintain high standards of housekeeping across the site, within vehicles, and when using tools and equipment.
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    Comply with all company and statutory requirements regarding Quality, Health & Safety, and Environmental policies.
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    Actively participate in health and safety processes, including reporting near misses and following all site safety protocols.
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    Take responsibility for maintaining up-to-date competencies and training relevant to your role.
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    Demonstrate professionalism, clear communication, and alignment with the company’s core values at all times.
Skills & Experience we require;
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    Current Driver CPC & Class 1 (Category C+E) licence.
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    Valid Digital Tachograph Card and up-to-date Driver Qualification Card with Full understanding of tachograph and road transport legislation.
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    Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with both customers and colleagues.
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    Excellent attention to detail and a methodical approach to work with Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
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    Previous experience in a customer-facing role, demonstrating professionalism and strong interpersonal skills.
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    Proven experience in a logistics, transport, or warehouse environment (desirable).
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    Confident in safely manoeuvring, coupling, and uncoupling trailers.
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    Strong organisational and time management skills with Basic IT literacy for documentation and reporting.
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    Proactive attitude towards safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
What we can offer you:
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    4 on 4 off days only, 7:00am - 7:00pm
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    £13.89 per hour
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    25 days holiday entitlement with Enhanced Maternity & Paternity pay
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    Contributory pension scheme - matched up to 8% and Life assurance (linked to pension scheme membership)
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    Cycle to work and Save as you earn Sharesave Scheme
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    Various health & wellbeing initiatives including complimentary occupational health on-site physiotherapy and counselling services
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    Staff discount on all Genuit Group products

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