Shears Bros Transport Ltd is looking for a LGV Driver C1
Responsible for the timely and safe delivery and collection of goods as directed by the Traffic Office.
Location: Christchurch, BH23 6NW
Reporting to: Network Manager
Working hours: 50 per week
Key Partners
Network Manager
Operations Manager
Warehouse Team
Health and Safety Department
Key Activities
Manual Handling
Deliveries
Collections
Vehicle Management
Core Value
Complying with Health and Safety
Provide a 1st Class Delivery Service
Compliant with RHA regulations
Excellent Customer Service Experience
Presentation of Vehicle and Uniform
Key Customers
Members
Pallet Customers
External Warehouses
Key Resources
Driver Handbook
Vehicle
Handheld Device
Customer Relationships, Service and Delivery
Timely, professional and Accurate Response
Communicate Effectively and Patiently with Customers and Partners
Deliver Safely and on Time to Customers
Professional Manner
Company Values
Honesty
Transparency
Mutually Beneficial Relationships
Sustainability
Commitment
Innovation
Strengths, Skills and Competencies
Excellent Customer Facing Skills
Good Knowledge of UK, Geographically
Confidence to Problem Solve
Ability to Work Under Pressure
Integrity and Professionalism
Key Deliverables and how you capture value
Feedback from Customers
Appraisals
Performance Bonus
Responsibilities
Basic requirements as identified in the RHA Professional Drivers Handbook:
You are correctly licensed to drive the vehicle you oversee
That the vehicle you drive is both fit and safe to be on the road (daily checks – see below)
Any load is safe and secure (even if you did not load it)
The weight of the vehicle is within the legal limits (including axle weights)
You keep within the drivers’ hours regulations
Once out on the road you must:
Drive to a safe standard, considering the size of the vehicle
Keep within the speed limits for the type and size of the vehicle you are driving
Vehicle loading and dispatch:
Check that the goods loaded onto the vehicle match the delivery schedule
Confirm the goods have been scanned onto the system
Obtain planned route and identify any issues or concerns and resolve with the route planner
Verify the goods are secured adequately, rectify as necessary and depart
Goods collection/delivery and acceptance at the Customer site:
Contact customers and arrange loading/unloading of goods, checking that there is no damage during that process
Obtain proof of collection/delivery (manual and/or electronic as required)
Communication with the traffic office:
Report any issues with making a customer delivery on time
Reporting any vehicle defects or issues to the Traffic Office at the earliest opportunity
Report any incidents or breakages as soon as possible after they occur
Monitor your daily and weekly driving and working times, reporting if the times get close to the legal limits
Vehicle Management Tasks:
Ensure your digital tachograph card /chart is inserted before undertaking any work
Complete manual entries when required
Carry out daily vehicle walk rounds/inspections at the beginning of each shift in accordance with the company checklist
Complete the daily inspection sheet
Ensure correct levels of AdBlue, oil and water are maintained
Refuel as necessary either on site or using fuel cards
Monitoring and Recording Working Time:
Daily driving limit – you must not drive for more than 9 hrs in a day (this may be extended to 10 hrs twice a week)
Weekly driving limit – this must not exceed 56 hrs
Breaks – you must take breaks totaling up to 45 mins for each 4½ hour driving period. Note: It is the Drivers’ responsibility to ensure their own compliance. Where an issue arises consult with and resolve this with the Transport Manager
Uniform & PPE – Wear the supplied uniform and correct PPE for each task as required by the Health & Safety Executive. Minimum requirements are Safety Boots and Hi-Viz jacket/vest
Continuous improvement – always encourage a culture of ‘continuous improvement’ and professional communication with customers
Daily Routine General:
Arrive on site in sufficient time to plan your route as directed by the Traffic Office. Ensure that Vehicle daily checks are completed and that any defects are reported. Report any issues and collect all paperwork from the Traffic Office. Carry out deliveries in accordance with the planned route, contacting the Traffic Office immediately if any issues arise that impact your delivery schedule. Contact the Traffic Office when all deliveries have been made for instructions on collections. Return all paperwork to the Traffic Office at the end of each shift.
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