Driver - Class1 at Wincanton

Walsall, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 Feb, 26

Salary

39361.92

Posted On

23 Nov, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

HGV LGV Class 1 Licence, Driver Certificate of Professional Competence, Digital Tachograph Card, Class 1 Driving Experience, Customer Facing Awareness

Industry

Logistics;Transportation;Supply Chain and Storage

Description

Class 1 bulk powder tanker driver collecting and delivering powder products for the construction industry. Ensuring that deliveries are on time and that health and safety procedures are followed at all times. Wincanton operate on behalf of Breedon Cement to provide transport for both bulk powder and palletised deliveries. The contract has a nationwide delivery area with key distribution points at Dagenham, Hope Valley, Runcorn, Walsall and Port of Blyth. The role of the relief tanker driver requires the loading and pressurised discharge of powder products – predominantly cement. The relief driver will be required to provide vehicle cover whilst the regular driver is away. To this end, the relief driver must be completely flexible to travel away from the base location to operate a vehicle stationed elsewhere as necessary. The relief driver must be prepared to tramp-out to suit the needs of the business. £39,361.92 per annum basic (based on 48 hours per week) £15.77 per hour £26.20 for a night out £17 per day relief driver bonus Monday - Friday Saturday paid at time and a half Sunday paid at double time Minimum 48 hour per week contract Full bulk tanker training provided Paid holiday entitlement – 25 days plus 8 bank holidays A Week off at Christmas (3 days from your holiday allocation) Sick pay after 1 year of service Full uniform provided Company pension scheme Child care vouchers RAC discount High street, Online Stores and Restaurant Discounts How will you contribute? You will be responsible for the accurate and timely movement and delivery of our customers’ products, servicing the Construction sector. Ensuring all documentation is completed accurately with attention to detail. Adhering to safe working practices to ensure the safety of yourself and others at all times. Complying with all relevant legislation in line with Drivers Hours and Working Time Directive requirements (opt out available). Responsible for the Health and Safety of themselves and others, completion of dynamic risk assessments, adhering to safe working practices and the Health & Safety at Work Act, including accident, incident and damage reporting. To ensure contractual delivery KPI’s are attained. Attending any relevant training as required to ensure you remain fully equipped to perform your role effectively and to assist in the development of continuous improvement. Keep the vehicle you use clean, tidy and well cared for, so it is ready to be used the next day. What will you bring? Must hold a valid HGV LGV Class 1 licence Must hold a valid Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (DCPC Card) Must hold a Digital Tachograph card 12 months Class 1 driving experience preferable Must be available to do 4 nights out per week if required Must be fully flexible on working hours Possess excellent customer facing awareness What do we offer? We really value our people and offer a friendly working environment, a focus on developing your skills and a competitive salary. Benefits include full uniform, safety equipment, access to a company pension scheme with employer contributions and other optional schemes you may wish to join. These are just some of the reasons which make Wincanton a great place to work! We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. Apply Now! If you feel that you have what it takes to support Wincanton in delivering the best service, we would love to hear from you. Please apply by following the links and uploading your CV. We are a fast-moving organisation so we may not always wait until the closing date to review applications. As a result, you should submit your CV as soon as possible.

Responsibilities

You will be responsible for the accurate and timely movement and delivery of powder products for the construction sector. Ensuring all documentation is completed accurately and adhering to safe working practices at all times.