HGV C + E Driver

HGV C + E Driver

Purpose: To deliver vehicles nationally and provide 5–star customer service.

Key Responsibilities:

• Safely operate HGV Car Transporter at all times for long or short-haul deliveries
• Inspecting vehicles for mechanical and safety issues and performing preventative checks.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections, checking for mechanical issues.
•  Load and unload vehicles as needed, ensuring safe handling and meticulous care of securing of vehicles.
• Handle basic truck maintenance issues and report major problems to management.
• Provide excellent customer service when interacting with clients or suppliers
• Communicate effectively with Transport Manager, customers, and team members.
• Adhere to delivery schedules and route assignments.
• Reporting Issues – Report any vehicle faults, damages, or incidents on Tablet or Vehicle Inspection report IF tablet not working.
• Vehicle Inspections – Conduct pre- and post-delivery checks, ensuring vehicles are in top condition before handing them over.
• Accurate Documentation – Complete relevant paperwork, including delivery confirmations and vehicle condition reports.
• Customer Interaction – Provide a friendly and professional handover, explaining key vehicle features and answering customer questions.
• Vehicle Delivery & Collection – Deliver vehicles to customers or business locations in a timely and professional manner.

Managing deliveries:

• Vehicle Delivery & Collection – Deliver vehicles to customers or business locations in a timely and professional manner.
• Reporting Issues – Report any vehicle faults, damages, or incidents on Tablet or Vehicle Inspection report IF tablet not working.
• Vehicle Inspections – Conduct pre- and post-delivery checks, ensuring vehicles are in top condition before handing them over.
• Accurate Documentation – Complete relevant paperwork, including delivery confirmations and vehicle condition reports.
• Customer Interaction – Provide a friendly and professional handover, explaining key vehicle features and answering customer questions.
• Vehicle Delivery & Collection – Deliver vehicles to customers or business locations in a timely and professional manner.

Qualifications Requirements:

• Valid HGV Licence: Class 1 (C+E) or Class 2 (C).
• Driver CPC (Certificate of Professional Competence) – up to date.
• Digital Tachograph Card.
• Experience: Preferably 1+ year, but newly qualified drivers may be considered.
• Good understanding of UK road networks and HGV safety regulations.
• Ability to work independently and handle long hours on the road
• Physically fit for loading/unloading.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• Adhere to UK traffic laws, tachograph regulations, and Working Time Directive (WTD).
• Follow UK road laws, transport regulations, and company policies.
• Follow health and safety procedures, including safe driving practices.

Benefits:

Competitive salary with overtime opportunities.

Pension scheme & holiday pay.

Modern, well-maintained vehicles.

Employee Benefits & Bonus Scheme

Additional training and career progression opportunities.

Working Hours:

Hours may vary based on delivery schedules, but typically Monday – Friday.