Driver LGV C+E ADR Class 1 FL-OO

Kuehne + Nagel AS; Longtown, Preston; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job description

A great opportunity to join the Kuehne-Nagel team in Longtown.

Your Role

As a Driver working for Kuehne + Nagel (Government and Defence), you have an opportunity to deliver excellent service to our customers through hard work and dedication that is vital to providing industry-leading service levels. We thrive on the challenge of delivering exactly what our customers want, when they want it. Our business is built on the foundation of industry-leading service levels, consistency, and a drive for continuous improvement. We have a great team that supports each other and has a key focus on development and supporting career aspirations.

Your Responsibilities

• Complying with all relevant legislation and agreed procedures to ensure a safe and legal working environment and consistent quality standards.
• Maintaining and promoting a positive image of Kuehne+Nagel Government and Defence.
• Safe driving standards and positive driver behaviours.
• Following all delivery, collection, and returns procedures.
• Maintaining and managing company equipment.
• Responsible for the security of the vehicle and load at all times.
• Reporting vehicle defects and ensuring that the defect is documented.
• Complying with Driver’s regulations and Working Time Directive in line with the O License legislation and Company procedures.
• In addition to these duties, you may be required to undertake other duties in line with the needs of the business, where appropriate training is provided.
• Ensuring all documentation is completed as per company procedure.
• Following all housekeeping tasks as required.
• Monday to Friday working week.
• Flexibility as working overtime will be required, including some weekend work.
• Flexibility as nights out may be required.

Your Skills and Experiences

• Must hold a current class C+E licence.
• ADR Class 1-9 – Less 7.
• Basic numeracy and conversational English language.
• Hold a valid driver qualification card.
• Preferred 2 years driving experience.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Customer focused.
• Desire to succeed.
• Experience of working within a team.
• Experience of Health & Safety.

Good Reasons to Join

As well as our competitive pay rates and superb training opportunities, we also offer a great working environment. You will be respected and valued if you work for us and have genuine opportunities to progress and develop:

• 26 days holidays plus bank holidays.
• 2 volunteering days per year.
• 3 x Life Assurance Option if you join the KN Route2 pension scheme.
• A tailored personal development and training programme.
• Trusted and empowered to deliver and be your best.
• We are happy to talk about flexible working. Please ask about alternative patterns of work at interview.
• Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Leave.
• Childcare Vouchers.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Discount on high street stores and local supermarkets (Tesco, Asda, Sainsburys & more).
• Refer a friend scheme.

As proud holders of the Gold Covenant, we are a forces-friendly employer who recognises the skills, expertise, and value service leavers bring to our organisation.