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RF Sept 23 - HGV / LGV Driver

Job Reference tarmac/TP/109/4829

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Number of Positions:
2
Contract Type:
Permanent
Salary:
Competitive + Overtime + Bonus + Benefits Package
Working Hours:
47.5
Location:
Cambridge
Closing Date:
26/09/2023
Job Functions:
Operations, Quarrying and Production
Region / Division:
Logistics
Business Unit:
South East

Job Introduction

Are you an HGV / LGV Driver looking for your next permanent role?  If so then please read on as we may just have your next role here with us at Tarmac

At Tarmac, ‘who you are’ matters.  We want to get to know you.  If you share our values and are proud of a job well done, collaborative in working well with others and ambitious to make things better, then have a read of what we have on offer. 

We are currently recruiting for an HGV / LGV Driver to join our Readymix ‘RMX’ team working across the Cambridge and Bedfordshire area. The role is based from our Tarmac Cambridge site, in Cambridgeshire and is easily commutable from St Neots, Buckden, Huntingdon, Godmanchester, St Ives, Ely, Cambourne, Biggleswade, Royston, Saffron Walden, Haverhill, Newmarket, Swaffham, Sawston, Great Shelford, Soham, Chatteris, Warboys, Melbourn and the surrounding areas.

Here at Tarmac, we are working hard to create a dynamic and inclusive environment and it’s important that our people come from a variety of different backgrounds.

Main Responsibilities

You as an HGV / LGV Driver will work actively within your area and are the ‘face’ of Tarmac to our customers and the public. Duties will include the day-to-day operations in support of the site.

To be successful in the role of HGV / LGV Driver you will be responsible for (not exhaustive):

  • Safe and secure delivery of ready-mix concrete and other products to residential and commercial customers 
  • Ability to work alone, as a team and to communicate with a busy office for instructions and information
  • Ensuring that the vehicle is checked regularly and that any defects noted and highlighted to Fitter and office
  • Ensuring that any journeys are undertaken safely and legally and that the loads checked and secure
  • Working safely and in conjunction with current Driving Regulations
  • Recording load details on the product tickets
  • Comply with company standards and procedures and be in regular contact with the Transport Manager who will check such details and provide useful feedback plus help with any Driving Issues etc.

You must be able to work overtime to cover out of hours requirements

The Ideal Candidate

To be successful in this role of HGV / LGV Driver we are looking for a candidate who has Driving experience ideally within a similar work industry. They will also:

  • Have previous experience of site work and experience with RMX mixers would prove highly beneficial; although not essential
  • Possess knowledge of Health and Safety policies and procedures
  • Be motivated and able to work both independently and as part of the wider team
  • Be flexible and adaptable in your working approach
  • Have excellent communication and organisational skills

Essential

  • LGV (HGV) Class 2 licence
  • A valid Digital Tacho Card
  • A valid CPC / DQC Qualification Card

Why Us

In addition to the role of HGV / LGV Driver we offer an extensive range of career development opportunities and industry-leading rewards, incentives, and benefits:

  • Bonus scheme 
  • Enhanced holiday entitlement 
  • Contributory pension scheme
  • Access to the Tarmac Reward website with discounts on retailers, holidays, etc.
  • Access to our Employee Assistance helpline for free and confidential advice
  • Access to join our Employee Communities (employee networks) we currently have nine communities inc. (REACH) Religious, Ethnic, Cultural Heritage, LGBTQ+, Parents & Carers, Ability, Wellbeing, Female Voice, and Menopause
  • Training and development opportunities

Interested? Why not click here to find out more?  Go on… are you ready to build your future?

Tarmac is an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

Please click on the apply button to complete your application. Occasionally we receive a large volume of applications for our roles and when this happens we sometimes bring the published closing date forward, so please apply promptly to avoid disappointment.

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