Plant Driver

Plant Driver

Summary: The PlantDriver will work closely with GEL Plant Management collecting and delivering for the GEL business.

Responsibilities:

• The driver will service the deliveries from Station House to GEL sites.
• Deliverplant from GEL Plant to site and site to GEL Plant.
• Deliverall plant & asset items from workshop.
• Determinethe most efficient route for deliveries based on traffic patterns, time constraints, and other factors.
• Maintaincontact with Station House to ensure that all deliveries arrive within specified timeline.
• Performroutine maintenance on vehicles, including checking fluids and tyre pressure, and completedaily checks.
• Loadand unloadcargo, as well as operateforklifts and other equipment used for heavy lifting.
• Follow safety regulations related to cargo loading and unloading operations.
• Ensure all documentation is up to date and accurate, such as delivery notes.
• Followa company policy regarding drug and alcohol use while driving
• Communicatewith sites about delivery status.
• Keeptrack of fuel usage and refuelling vehicles when necessary.

Requirements:

• Proven experience and competency of delivery driving.
• Full UK Driving licence.
• Good time management.
• Good planning, organisation, and attention to detail skills.
• Good teamworking skills.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Good customer service.

Health Safety and Environment

• Provide the highest standard of Health and Safety.
• Take a proactive approach to Environmental, Health & Safety requirements.
• Be responsible for ensuring that Company H&S guidelines and requirements are always adhered to and that all incidents are reported in accordance with the guidelines.

Equality

• Understands equal opportunities.
• Respects all clients and work colleagues regardless of race, colour, sex, disability, age, or religious belief.

Note: The responsibilities of this role will normally include all duties described in this Role Description however additional or different duties may be required from time to time. It is the responsibility of all employees to complete their work in a safe manner and in line with company policies and procedures.