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AtS Norton & Co Ltd, we are proud to be one of the country'sleading metal recycling companies.
Summary of Duties:
The role requires the driving of heavy goods vehicles for the purpose of collecting, delivering and tipping of bulk material. Where possible, drivers will be based at the depot closest to their home but may be required to work from other company depots as and when the need arises.
Key Responsibilities:
To drive heavy goods vehicles on a daily basis
To comply with all driver legal requirements
To collect, deliver and tip a variety of material
To operate wagon and trailer combinations including draw bar
To carry out daily vehicle checks and complete vehicle check lists
To ensure vehicles are maintained to a high standard
To conduct basic vehicle maintenance tasks and clean the vehicles as and when required
To comply with all vehicle operating systems
To make written and/or verbal reports to line managers as required
To carry out any additional duties that may be reasonably requested from time to time
To comply with Company policies and procedures as defined in the Employee Manual and the post holders terms & particulars of employment
Key Competencies:
The ability to drive safely, efficiently and to maintain a safe working environment in line with company operating procedures and systems
Basic literacy and numeracy skills
Able to understand signage and verbal directions primarily for reasons of Health & Safety
The ability to work as part of a team and to communicate effectively with other team members
The ability to work on own initiative as and when required
The ability to identify and report any issues or problems with the vehicles
To carry out daily vehicle checks
To wear correct PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) as instructed thereby ensuring minimum risk to personal health and safety
Excellent time keeping and attendance
A flexible approach including the willingness to work outside normal hours as and when required
Essential skills:
A full clean HGV 1/2 driving license
A good working knowledge of the Highway Code
Excellent working knowledge of Tachograph and working time directive rules & regulations
Driver CPC (Certificate of Professional Competence)
Proven track record of working in a comparable role
Capable of conducting basic maintenance including, but not exclusive to; greasing, oiling and fuelling
Good literacy and numeracy skills
NVQ Level 3 or above in a relevant subject or comparable work experience
Clean DBS check (transporter drivers only)
Desirable Skills
NVQ / ONC or equivalent qualifications in a relevant subject area
GCSE Grade C or above in English & Maths
Full geographical knowledge of the area the depot and/or Company serve
Relative experience in metal recycling and other associated processes
Proven ability of driving bulk tippers, operating hoot lift on roll-on-roll-off vehicles
Hours:43.75 hours per week,Monday - Friday, 07:45 - 17:00
