7.5 Tonne Driver

ADEY Limited, New Hythe, Kent

7.5 Tonne Driver

Salary Not Specified

ADEY Limited, New Hythe, Kent

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted today, 24 Oct | Get your application in now to be one of the first to apply.

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: 56abae7eb51c4fe0bc2bb0be42324f29

Full Job Description

  • Ensure they have the correct licences required for the role & notify the transport manager immediately in the event of loss of any such licences or prosecutions affecting such licence.
  • To ensure they meet all health and eyesight requirements for the role & notify the transport manager and DVSA immediately in the event of failing to do so.
  • Drive company vehicles and operate company equipment in a safe and proper fashion and in accordance with company policies, procedures and legislation to deliver manufactured goods and collect from suppliers.
  • To carry out vehicle and auxiliary equipment checks prior to operation of any vehicle and report any defects immediately to the controller/compliance administrator.
  • To arrange repairs via instructions on running sheet/take defected vehicle to place of repair accordingly.
  • To ensure all product is loaded and secured on the vehicle in a safe, stable fashion and secured appropriately for travel on the public highway in line with current legislative and guidance requirements
  • Ensure that any documentation is completed and signed as required.
  • To meet all special instructions as requested by transport office.
  • To ensure service levels are maintained.
  • To ensure all delivery paperwork for outgoing runs is complete and correct
  • To ensure all tachograph records including drivers hours are correct and compliant with all current legislation and records carried for previous 28 days.
  • On return to your base / at the end of shift report to the traffic office for a full debrief.
  • Undertake a driving skills assessment annually or at any other time as requested.
  • Comply with the vehicle security and standing instructions at all times.
  • Where company uniform and personal protective equipment has been issued they must be worn at all times when on duty.
  • To contribute effectively in a team environment.
  • To assist with induction training of new starters / agency staff
  • Maintain high standards of housekeeping.

    Category C1 Licence
  • Driver CPC Qualification Card
  • Knowledge of Road Transport & Working Time Legislation
  • Knowledge of FORS/Earned recognition accreditations
  • Flexible approach to duties
  • Focused attention to detail
  • Excellent Communication
  • Excellent Customer service skills

    Specialists in providing engineered above ground drainage and water supply systems, Polypipe Building Services leverages offsite fabrication to design and deliver solutions to mechanical and public health engineers, M&E contractors as well as local authorities. Polypipe Building Services houses well-known industry brand Terrain and has been delivering systems to commercial, high rise residential, healthcare, education and leisure projects for over 50 years., Here at the Genuit Group we recognise and develop the contribution our people make to the Group's success and are committed to attracting talent from the widest pool. We have a role to play in making the built environment more sustainable, building a low carbon business ourselves as well as delivering sustainable solutions at scale.