Job Description
Working within the Transport Department the main purpose of the role is to ensure a smooth transition when loading, unloading trailers, and ensuring maintenance and safety at all times.
- Observing and adhering to company rules, site procedures and all aspects of Health & Safety and Hygiene at all times
- Effectively managing own working time in line with the Road Transport Directive
- Liaising with colleagues and ensuring completion of shift report
- Conducting daily checks, immediately reporting any defects and / or damage and completing associated documentation
- Carrying out trailer checks on loaded trailers and report to ops staff
- Completing trailer checklist and reporting to operations desk
- Carrying out shunting duties including relevant maintenance and safety checks
- Liaising with the warehouse control and goods in staff to ensure smooth and efficient loading / unloading of trailers
- Completing vehicles downloads as per the company policy
- Monitoring services / MOTs – liaising with Transport Office and with service vendor
- Assisting with fuel delivery / manual dip of fuel
- Keeping yard in clean / tidy condition
- Liaising with Transport Office as and when required i.e. special promotions and / or livery schedules
- Manage the flow of traffic in and out of the yard
Qualifications
Must hold currently hold a Cat B, C or C+E licenceAttention to detail / accurateAbility to work without direct supervisionAdaptable and methodical approach to work / trainingConscientious and reliableExcellent communication skills in order to deliver accurate informationAble to work efficiently and accurately under pressureEffectively prioritise workload in order to meet set deadlinesAble to work as part of a team or individuallyAble to work effectively and communicate to the correct levelHave knowledge of Road Transport Directive and current drivers’ hoursAdditional Information
In return for your passion, hard work and determination in providing outstanding service to our customers we offer :
Offering free progression to Class 1 C+E licence within 6 monthsCompetitive salary with the opportunity to earn a performance bonusCompetitive holidaysLife AssurancePension schemeStaff facilities including vending machines, canteen area and free hot drinksAccess to our benefits platform : discounts on high street retailers, utilities, holidays and cinema ticketsHealth cash plans : Hospital, dental and opticalTraining and development with career progression opportunities and MANY MOREupon successful probation period. Time scales depend on driving test availability.