LGV Driver Class 1 Job at Nixon Hire (Wolverhampton)

Job Description

As an LGV Class 1 Driver you are responsible for the delivery and collection of our products.

Delivering/collecting the company's units and equipment to its customers, at the right location, at the time required, having planned such delivery to achieve optimum fuel consumption and most efficient use of driver time
Inspecting all units and equipment on collection to ensure it is in good order, recording all visible damage, excessive dirtiness, missing items etc
Ensuring all necessary company paperwork is completed in the correct manner to avoid disputes at a later date i.e. signatures obtained for time of delivery / collection, damage sustained or missing plant
Driving company vehicles in a safe, courteous and responsible manner, including operating within the necessary transport regulations with regard to driving hours, operating tacograph according to Ministry of Transport requirements
Operating all lifting equipment in a safe manner and in accordance with all Company Safety Directives and method statements. Loading and unloading plant and equipment in accordance with safe practice, the Company's Safety Directives and Method Statements. Ensuring axle weights are not exceeded
Carrying out daily checks of vehicle and any lifting / holding equipment (including straps and chains), recording any defects and reporting them to the Foreman / Depot Manager / Fleet Manager.

C+E Driving Licence is essential
You will be a competent driver with at least 2 years commercial driving experience
A good geographical knowledge of the local and surrounding areas
Your customer focused experience and expertise will underpin your ability to deliver this role fully
Good physical health is required as this can be a physically demanding role at times
Flexible in your approach to work, able to work reasonable overtime if required, and adhere to all health & safety practice.