Class 2 Driver

Great Bear

  • Basildon, Essex
  • £37,804 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 6 days ago
  • Apply easily
Company DescriptionGreat Bear (Part of the Culina Group) provides distribution services to FMCG clients. Customer centric service focus is delivered through a site-level empowered culture.At Culina we have a winning culture, we believe that our culture is one of the reasons our company continues to thrive… A place where you're valued, challenged, and inspired!Job DescriptionShift: 5ON 2OFF - 05:00am.Salary: £37,804 per annum.
  • As an HGV Class 2 driver you will be essential in ensuring timely and safe delivery to our valued customers.
  • You will be working on a contract which specialises in Multi Drop Tyre deliveries on Rigid Vehicles and Collecting Scrap Tyres.
  • The role will include delivering wines.
  • Ensure correct and thorough completion of paperwork.
  • The role may include curb side deliveries and will include manual lifting.
  • Observe and adhere to company rules and procedures, including all aspects of health, safety and hygiene
  • Maintain a good working knowledge of operations within the transport department
  • Effectively manage own working time in line with the Road Transport Directive
  • Ensure daily vehicle checks are completed in line with company procedure
  • Ensure proof of deliveries (PODs) are signed and returned to the Transport Office after delivery
  • Achieve and succeed fuel efficiency targets set by the business
  • Any other duties as reasonably required
Qualifications
  • Class C entitlement with 1 years Class 2 experience.
  • Physically fit as the role will include manual lifting.
  • Knowledge of Road Transport Directive and current drivers’ hours.
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Ability to work efficiently and accurately under pressure.
  • Effectively prioritise workload in order to meet set deadlines.
Additional InformationAs part of our drive to make Great Bear a great place to work, we are proud to be an inclusive and diverse organisation where we are committed to employee development and recognising success for hard working performers.Our dedicated learning and development programmes are open to every employee to give you the opportunity to shape your own future within logistics and continue to work in an environment where team culture thrives.Our people are the driving force behind our success, which is why we offer a wide range of benefits which include:
  • Annual Leave – 28 days inclusive of the bank holidays.
  • Pension scheme – We want colleagues to enjoy a comfortable retirement so we offer a great contribution of 5% employee and 3% employer.
  • Life Assurance - x2 your annual salary.
  • Wellness – Via our Employee Assistance Programme we offer immediate access to a confidential telephone counselling and legal information service that operates 24 hours a days, 365 days a year.
  • Eye Care Vouchers – We can provide you with substantial savings with free eye tests and discounts on prescription glasses.
  • Reward & Recognition – We recognise that employees have gone the extra mile via Employee of the Month and Year, special recognition and long service awards.
  • Everyday discounts - Via our benefit platform you will have access to over 50 retailer discounts for everyday savings!
If you meet the requirements for the above role and are looking for your next career opportunity, please apply now and become a part of our #WinningTeam!

Great Bear