Class 1 HGV Driver

ASD is one of the leading metal stockholders and processing suppliers in the UK. We are renowned for supplying a diverse range of ferrous and non-ferrous products. Our extensive in-house processing portfolio in combination with our expertise enables us to deliver cost efficient metal solutions and high-quality steel products.

As a pioneer of digital transformation in the steel and metal industry we continuously strive to add value to our customers by investing into digital technologies and introducing innovative eProcurement solutions.

We are passionate about sustainability and aim to transform our industry by playing an active role in building a sustainable future for our employees, customers, community and future generations.

The role is to:
We are looking for an experienced Class 1 HGV Driver to work from our site in Newbridge

Hours of work are 7am to 5pm Monday to Friday.

• Carry out driving & related duties involved with the carriage of goods to & from ASD client locations. Ensuring driving is carried out in a safe & efficient manner, in full compliance with road traffic regulations.
• To oversee the safe unloading of vehicles at customer premises, ensuring Proofs of Delivery are signed & returned without delay.
• To check the load security & weight distribution according to latest safe working practices before setting out & after each drop.
• As required, & appropriately trained, works mobile equipment to load &/or unload vehicles.
• Follows best practices for fuel efficient driving.
• Participates in Ten Commandments continuous improvement activities (TPM, 5S, etc).
• Actively takes responsibility for keeping vehicle clean & tidy.
• Is proactive in identifying potential health & safety hazards in the workplace.
• Ensures vehicles are in safe condition, with daily checks correctly completed before use, & are operated in a safe manner.
• As required accurately updates documentation relating to the carriage of products.

Relevant skills:

• Full DCPC
• Used to working in a flexible, results oriented, team environment.
• Drivers are required to fulfil 35 hours of training for their DCPC
• Has worked in warehousing or distribution business.
• HGV driving skills (& licensed to the appropriate vehicle class).
• Able to read written instructions & record accurately work carried out.
• Understanding and experience of EHS requirements, in a warehouse or distribution environment.

The company and benefits:
As well as a competitive salary we also offer an attractive benefits package which include:

• Lease Cars by Salary Sacrifice
• Contributory Pension
• Long Service Awards
• Discount cards for shops and restaurants
• Gym & Health Club discounts
• Holiday Trading
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Medicash Programme
• Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme
• Lifetime Financial Wellbeing