HGV Driver Class 2
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Health & Safety
Assist your team in the loading and unloading of goods, following the companies Safe Loading/Unloading Principles
Make sure all materials are secured to prevent shifting, damage or lost loads during transportation
Use the correct Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as set out and provided to you by the company
Complete daily vehicle checks to ensure the vehicle is road safe, and report/action any issues found
Report near misses, incidents and unsafe practices to make sure we stay safe and improve our operation
Follow all Health & Safety requirements in the branch, on the road and at delivery sites
Take full responsibility for your own fitness to drive at all times
Customers
Speak to customers in a professional manner, addressing their enquiries and concerns
Deliveries must be accurate, timely and reliable to ensure customer satisfaction
Maintain proactive communication with the customers, and raise any complaints or concerns to management
Go above and beyond to fulfil our customer’s requests, keeping health and safety at the forefront of everything you do
Operations
Use company reporting systems and technologies to perform your day-to-day duties
Work with management to improve vehicle utilisation and contribute to branch success
Complete accurate delivery paperwork
Use tachograph equipment to accurately record driving hours and follow regulations
Complete all mandated company training
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