truck driver

truck driver Greenford, England

Wincanton
Full Time Greenford, England 35420 - 12.04 GBP ANNUAL Today
Job description

Overview
Wincanton is a leading third party logistics (3PL) and supply chain solutions provider in the UK and Ireland. As the largest British logistics company we work in industry sectors as diverse as milk, defence, energy, retail, consumer goods and construction, supporting every stage of development and adding value through our supply chain expertise and innovative approach to logistics challenges. With over 17,000 colleagues across more than 200 sites and a 3,400 strong fleet of vehicles, we put our customers at the heart of everything we do and our mission is “to make our customers business’s better, every day.”
The Class 1 driver for the MTS Contract will have the responsibility of driving a trailer down to our Ashford Depot in Kent and assisting with the unload of customer ordered tyres, before returning back to Greenford. This will occur daily, from Monday to Friday with no requirement to work weekends.

Salary: £35419.86 + Shift allowance of £3948 per annum. Plus overtime at x1.5 rate.

Shift Pattern: Monday – Friday - 00:30 – 09:30 daily.

How will you contribute?
  • Responsible for the delivery, unloading and return of 1 trailer from Greenford to Ashford daily.
  • Ensure the manual unloading / loading of tyres is carried out In an accurate & timely manner.
  • Ensuring all delivery and collection notes and paperwork are correct.
  • Ensuring all transport legislation including drivers hours and defect reporting is adhered to.
  • Ensure sure paperwork is correctly filled out
  • Collaboration with the wider team to continually improve ways of working & processes.
  • Ensure all Legal, Health and Safety, Food Safety and Operational procedures are always adhered to ensure the safety of self and others.
  • Report any injuries, accidents and any Health and Safety issues.
  • Adhering to procedures and practises according to the training received.
  • To participate and be involved in cultivating a culture of continuous improvement
  • To carry out and other reasonable request as detailed by the transport management team.
  • Maintain cleanliness of company vehicles and wear uniform and any PPE provided.
What will you bring?
  • Previous experience in a similar role is preferred
  • Experience in class 1 driving is essential.
  • Results orientated and can work to schedules .
  • "Hands on” approach to problem solving
  • Able to lift and handle goods
  • Good degree of literacy and numeracy
  • Understands the basics of Health and Safety procedures
  • Good communication skills and time management
  • Customer service skills
  • Ability to collaborate and influence cross-functionally
  • Ability to work quickly under pressure
  • High level of attention to detail
  • Ability to accept and adapt to change
  • Proactive in approach
  • Enjoy working within a team
  • Ability to carry out physical work.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.

Apply Now!

If you feel that you have what it takes to support Wincanton in delivering the best service, we would love to hear from you. Please apply by following the links and uploading your CV. We are a fast-moving organisation so we may not always wait until the closing date to review applications. As a result you should submit your CV as soon as possible


truck driver
Wincanton

www.wincanton.co.uk
Chippenham, United Kingdom
James Wroath
$2 to $5 billion (USD)
10000+ Employees
Company - Public
Taxi & Car Services
1915
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