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Job Description:

CLASS 1 HGV DRIVER - DAYS

Polar Speed UPS, Unit 10 the Hub, Nobel Way, Birmingham, B6 7EU

Tuesday - Saturday - 40 hours per week - 1.30am start

£39,286.92 p/a, £18.89 per hour

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

Ensure vehicle is always kept at the correct temperature

Conducting vehicle safety checks, including the refrigeration unit

Maintaining the cleanliness of both 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

Excellent communication and customer service skills

Always demonstrating a professional and safe driving competency

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

Specialized Knowledge and Requirements

Must hold a Class 1 C&E category driving licence, ideally with no more than 3 points

Minimum 2 years driving experience including motorways

Previous relevant experience is advantageous

Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise

Team player mentality with ability to work on own initiative

Appreciate the need for retaining confidentiality

Build effective working relationships with customers, clients, colleagues and other departments across the network

• For successful candidates, Polar Speed UPS will run an enhanced DBS check*

Employee Type:

Permanent

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