HGV Class 1 Driver Dundee, Scotland
Job description
At Harry Lawson Ltd., as a result of new contract awards, we have exciting opportunities for HGV Class 1 (C+E) drivers to join our family company.
Awarded the Courier Family business of the year 2022, we have a personable approach to our business both with our customers and our employees and thrive on providing industry leading service levels.
Working as part of our close-knit team you will be delivering products across Scotland and the UK and you will have an integral role in ensuring the highest levels of customer service are retained. As your experience grows within the business there are plenty of opportunities to develop and the necessary training will be provided as required.
We operate a modern fleet of vehicles and drivers are given their own dedicated vehicles which are specified to the highest safety standards.
Come and join our great team!
Shifts: Various available including full time (dedicated vehicle), part time and ad-hoc (shared vehicle) and 4 on 4 off or similar (shared vehicle)
Work patterns: Tramping required, flexible approach taken to suit employee and business requirements. Local or limited overnight opportunities can also be explored for the right candidates.
Wages: excellent remuneration packages available
Location: Broughty Ferry, however will base vehicles away for the right candidates
Your Responsibilities
- Ensure legal compliance with regards to EU Drivers Regulations, Working Time Directive Legislation and Operators Licence
- Ensure that quality, Health & Safety and Environment standards are maintained at the highest levels, particularly with reference to loading and unloading procedures and any terminal/refinery/distribution centre requirements (full training provided)
- Loading and unloading the vehicle and ensuring goods are safely secured
- Completing all necessary paperwork including daily safety checks, pre-delivery safety checks where applicable and delivery documentation
- Ensure vehicles and equipment are maintained to a high standard
- Carrying all goods in accordance with company procedures and all dangerous goods in line with ADR regulations
- Have a professional demeanour and be a team player who has high standards and a safety-first approach to your work
Key skills and experience required
- HGV Class 1 (C&E) licence
- ADR qualification (preferable but not essential), training will be provided as required
- Proven experience in a similar position (minimum 1-2 years Class 1 experience)
- CPC and digital tachograph card
- Professional and presentable approach
Benefits
- 28 Days paid holiday entitlement (for full time positions), increasing with long service
- Company mobile phone
- Full uniform & PPE provided
- Flexibility and plenty of opportunities for overtime
- Full on the job training provided, as well as CPC and ADR training and opportunities to undergo an SVQ in Driving Goods Vehicles (DGV Level 3)
- Company pension scheme
- Immediate start dates available
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
- Company pension
- On-site parking
Work Location: On the road
