HGV Class 1 Driver | Basildon | £39,500 per annum - UK work permit mandatory
Are you an experienced HGV Driver looking for the next step in your career?
We are J. J Freight and Logistics Limited. We have built our successful business by providing an excellent middle-mile service to big brand names.
We're looking for experienced HGV Drivers - those that want job satisfaction, a healthy work life balance and a rewarding employer.
As an HGV Driver you'll be driving modern, clean and well maintained vehicles. The work isn't multi-drop and you'll be given regular routes on a 5-day flexible shifts pattern.
There is no loading or unloading required. You simply drive safely, ensure all compliances measures are met and deliver and/or collect the trailers to/from the client.
Key Responsibilities
- Act as an ambassador for JFL Solutions in the timely and efficient collection of customers' mail/ parcels.
- At all times ensuring compliance to legal, regulatory and company requirements.
- To safely and securely collect and deliver customers' goods in line with company/ customer requirements.
- Accurately complete relevant paperwork as required in line with company procedures via our online app.
- Ensure that vehicles, consumables and assets used are clean and secure.
- Ensure that tachograph charts are completed and returned in accordance with legislation.
- Act in a professional and courteous manner providing an excellent level of customer service.
- Drive company vehicles in a safe and proper manner in accordance with current legislation.
- Reporting of any accident, breakdown or emergency in line with divisional policy.
- Ensure compliance with all internal and external regulatory requirements.
- Comply with all Health, Safety and Environment policies and other relevant regulations.
- Comply and act in accordance with the Driver's handbook.
We welcome applications from candidates with any of the following skills or attributes: HGV, HGV Driver, Driver, Driving, CPC, Class C.
Benefits
- Consistent and regular work
- Performance & Safety Bonus
- Weekly Payroll
- Minimum of 5 shifts a week guarantee and additional hours paid overtime
- Flexible working hours
- 28 days annual leave, including bank holiday.
- A modern, clean and well maintained fleet.
- A modern clean environment with and inclusive culture.
- Parental leave (maternity/paternity)
- On-site parking
- Workplace pension
- State-of-the-art equipment with full safety technology
- Traction work only- drop/swap trailers
- On average 3 swaps per shift, working with boxed trailers only
- Excellent on-site facilities including secured on-site parking
Additional Pay
- Loyalty bonus
- Performance & Safety Bonus
Requirements
- Current and clean appropriate class of driving licence for the role (HGV/ Class C/ Class C E).
- Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) with no current suspension or revocation
- Good communication skills in order to quickly understand instructions, liaise effectively with colleagues and customers.
- Able to manage own work in order to meet deadlines whilst maintaining performance standards.
- A positive and proactive approach to work with clear customer focus.
- A team player with a positive "can-do" attitude, hard-working and willing to learn.
- No more than six penalty points (as well as no DD, DR or IN endorsements
- Hold a Digital Tachograph / Smart Card
- Right to work in the UK
- Willing to undergo a Background Check (BGC) and Drug and Alcohol (D&A) test
J.J Freight and Logistics is a equal opportunities employer
Come and be a part of a winning team, working amongst like-minded people, who want to make a difference.
Additional Information
Salary: 39500
Frequency: Per year
Employment type: Full-time