LGV Class 1 Driver

at  Buy It Direct

LOCATION: CASTLE DONNINGTON

As a growing company, we are looking for an experienced LGV class 1 lorry driver based out of our Buy It Direct Castle Donnington site. You will take responsibility for the transfer of internal stock within our logistics department, throughout the UK and the movement of trailers onsite.

• Transport stock between internal departments and operational sites.
• Drive defensively and avoid risks that could lead to product or vehicle damage.
• Inspect vehicles for defects and safety issues and report to the Transport department.
• Read and understand work instructions, follow planned routes, achieve arrival times, and follow all site health and safety and other rules.
• Retain fuel/toll receipts
• Comply with driving rules and other driving regulations (e.g. size, weight, route designations, and break periods) as well as with company policies and procedures.
• Manoeuvre trucks into loading or unloading positions without damage or risk to self or colleagues
• Report defects, accidents, or violations
• Care for the vehicle and equipment and ensure it is kept to a good standard of cleanliness and general condition
• In exceptions, carry out other duties (which may not always involve driving an LGV)
• Moving trailers between local sites within West Yorkshire - REMOVE
• Long Runs
• Shunting trailers on and off bays
• Able to work with remote supervision, using own initiative as required
• You may occasionally be asked to assist with loading or off-loading product