Class 1 Hiab Driver – Nights Away, Overtime & Benefits

Selwood is a leading pump rental solutions company in the UK.

About The Role

We are looking to welcome a Class 1 Hiab Driver based in our Chandlers Ford Branch to load, deliver and collect items of plant and associated equipment between branches and customer sites in a safe, professional and efficient manner.

Responsibilities

• Carry out work in compliance with Department of Transport Regulations and The Highway Code, with regard for personal safety, the safety of the workforce and the general public.
• Ensure compliance with Tachograph operation and drivers’ hours’ legislation, including digital tachographs.
• Maintain compliance with the Working Time Directive for mobile workers and observe all statutory break periods and Driver’s hours rules.
• Adhere to all Company Policies, Procedures and Statutory Requirements, including the Company Vehicle Policy. Conduct a risk visual assessment before loading and unloading.
• Ensure all loading and unloading activity is carried out safely and efficiently, securing loads properly.
• Perform daily maintenance and defect checks of the vehicle, reporting defects promptly to the Manager.
• Attend scheduled safety inspections and coordinate booking with the Manager and garage.
• Keep vehicle exterior and interior clean and presentable on a weekly basis.
• Maintain tidy load bed area to prevent hazards.
• Keep the Vehicle log book secure, including crane maintenance schedules and LOLER certificates.
• Understand and comply with satellite tracking device use for asset control.
• Submit accurate mileage readings every time the vehicle is refueled.
• Match items and quantities to Branch paperwork, noting discrepancies and obtaining signatures as required.
• Maintain excellent customer relations and act as an ambassador for Selwood, promoting brand image.
• Communicate accurately with supervisors and customers regarding job specifications, ETA’s, missing and damaged items.
• Wear branded work clothing and comply with all PPE requirements.
• Carry out tasks directed by supervisors, including assisting installations team onsite.
• Be comfortable with required nights away in the cab.

Qualifications & Experience

• Full Class 1 HGV driving licence (C+E) with no more than 6 points.
• Minimum 2 years experience in a similar industry.
• Over 21 years of age (for insurance purposes).
• Compliant with statutory medical standards for HGV and able to climb onto lorry bed to ensure secure loading and strapping.

What we can offer you

• Competitive salary
• Overtime and call-out paid at additional rates
• Medicash Scheme – medical expense scheme with access to 24-hour online GP services and discounted gym memberships
• Pension scheme with contribution based on total earnings
• 25 days holiday + 8 Bank Holidays
• Increasing annual leave entitlement with long service
• 3x your annual salary life insurance (DIS)
• Support for development and training
• Employee assistance programme (EAP) and access to Mental Health first aiders
• Employee discount scheme (discounts/vouchers for supermarkets, high street shops, holidays and more)
• Employee referral scheme

EDI Statement

Workdry International Ltd is committed to encouraging equality, diversity, and inclusion among its workforce, and eliminating unlawful discrimination. As part of the recruitment journey, we are happy to support requests for reasonable adjustments.

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