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Job Title : Class 2 Driver

Job Location: Polar Speed UPS, 7 Chartmoor Road, Site 2, Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire, LU7 4WG

Work Schedule: Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week.

Salary: £34,912.71, £16.78 per hour

Hours: 13:00 to 22:00 - flexibility is required to suit the needs of the business which may be of an urgent medical nature.

Job Purpose and Key Responsibilities:

Managing the scanning of packages or pallets to your delivery vehicle.

Ensuring the safe and secure loading of all consignments to your vehicle using the appropriate equipment.

Assisting with the loading and unloading of deliveries.

Ensuring the vehicle is always kept at the correct temperature.

Conducting vehicle safety checks as outlined in documentation provided including the refrigeration unit on the vehicle.

Maintaining cleanliness of both the cab and chambers.

Reporting all defects as per the defect reporting process.

Adherence to all legislation governing HGV driving in the UK & IRL.

Always demonstrating a professional and safe driving competency.

Always being smart and presentable.

Delivering and collecting of pharmaceutical consignments to addresses including GP Surgeries, Retail Pharmacies, Hospitals, and Wholesalers.

Specialized Knowledge and Requirements:

Minimum 2 years driving experience, including Motorway experience.

Must hold a Class 2 Category Driving Licence, ideally no more than 3 points.

Driver certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) qualification in date.

Previous relevant experience is advantageous.

Previous temperature control experience is advantageous but not essential.

Excellent organisation skills with the ability to prioritize.

Team player mentality, whilst being able to work on your own initiative..

Excellent communication skills with colleagues and clients.

For successful candidates, Polar Speed will run enhanced DBS checks, and referencing checks for a minimum of 3 years.

Employee Type:

Permanent

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