HGV Driver

Job description:

Overview

At Harrow Green we are seeking a professional and reliable Driver specialising in HGV and LGV operations. The ideal candidate will be responsible for the safe and efficient transportation of goods, ensuring timely deliveries whilst maintaining high standards of vehicle safety and compliance. This role offers an excellent opportunity for individuals with a passion for driving and logistics to contribute to a dynamic team.

MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB

Moving, relocating, and installing client’s effects and Company property carefully and safely without damage to new premises, recycling centres or via storage whilst maintaining excellent customer service in line with Company policies, processes and best practices.

KEY TASKS

• Driving rigid commercial vehicles in accordance with Cat C license.
• Loading and unloading vehicles, ensuring that good are safely stowed and secured.
• Careful handling of all items in line with manual handling and health and safety guidelines.
• Promoting safe working practices and following Company best practice standards.
• Prioritising the protection of client’s premises and property throughout the relocation process.
• Transfer of goods into or out of storage and inventory management.
• Large specialist projects such as moving hospital, laboratory, library or school equipment.
• Moving specialist fine art and furniture.
• Completing regular removals activities as and when required.
• Assisting the management of external contractors during delivery.
• Maintaining and complying with all company and legislation requirements, including waste transfer notes and daily walk-around checks
• Promoting the Company Mission, Vision, Values: Customer First, Do the Right Thing and Always Flexible.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• Physical strength, fitness and endurance for carrying and moving large items, including work on stairs
• Ability to adapt, anticipate change and implement solutions
• Self-motivating and enthusiastic
• Able to proactively spot potential pitfalls and assist to overcome these
• Professional, polite, friendly manner with good written, numeric and verbal communication skills
• Careful and methodical approach to work
• An honest and responsible attitude to other people's property
• A strong team player but who can work on their own initiative
• Full Cat C license minimum (essential)
• FORS awareness certified (desirable)
• ADR classifications (desirable)
• CSCS Card (desirable)
• Asbestos Awareness (desirable)
• Basic DBS clearance (essential, arranged by Company)
• BPSS clearance (essential, arranged by Company)

Benefits:

Company pension

Free parking

Health & wellbeing programme

Life insurance

Referral programme

Work Location: On the road