Details:
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Location: Derby Derbyshire
- Date: 2 days ago
Description:
Locations: Purfleet / Manchester / Mercia Park
Working Hours: Guaranteed minimum 48-hour working week
Shift: Days
At DSV, we're building the world's leading logistics and transport network. With this exciting growth comes opportunity, and we're looking for talented individuals to join our team.
The Role
Our work consists of ferry trailer operations, including curtainsiders, reefers and containers, transporting goods from UK ports and depots, with deliveries and collections throughout the UK.
Please note: This is a TRAMPING role. Variable nights out in the vehicle are required. Night-out payments and meal allowances apply.
Please DO NOT apply if you are unable to stay overnight in the vehicle.
We operate MAN, VOLVO and IVECO vehicles, including some new Volvo BEV vehicles, all fully maintained by locally approved dealers.
What Will You Be Doing?
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Loading and transferring cargo onto vehicles, ensuring it is stored, packed and secured in accordance with specified instructions and customer requirements, without causing damage.
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Ensuring cargo is safely and securely packed and arranged within the vehicle.
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Unloading cargo safely, ensuring no damage occurs and that customer requirements are met.
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Completing all required documentation and paperwork in accordance with company procedures and statutory requirements.
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Complying with all legislation and requirements relating to different cargo types, particularly hazardous cargo.
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Maintaining communication with the office or designated locations, particularly when reporting delays or operational issues.
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Carrying out vehicle checks in accordance with company and statutory requirements, reporting any faults to the supervisor or operator.
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Operating vehicles legally, safely, responsibly and considerately.
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Ensuring all driver documentation, including tachograph records, is completed in accordance with company and statutory requirements.
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Maintaining legislative compliance in all areas, including Working Time Directive and Drivers' Hours regulations.
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Ensuring that all agreed operational procedures and statutory requirements are followed, including the provision and maintenance of a safe working environment.
About You
To be successful in this role, you will need:
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Previous experience in a similar role.
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A valid HGV Class 1 (Category C+E) driving licence.
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A maximum of 6 penalty points.
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No DD, DR, DG or IN endorsements.
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A valid Driver Tachograph Card (Digicard).
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A valid Driver CPC qualification.
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A good understanding of EU Drivers' Hours and Working Time Directive regulations.
What Can We Offer You?
We offer a competitive salary package and the opportunity to become part of a driven and successful global organisation, with a team of 160,000 employees operating in over 90 countries.
In addition, we provide access to a range of employee benefits, including:
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Enhanced Annual Leave: Increased annual leave entitlement from your start date, with further increases based on length of service.
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Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme: Access to ultra-low-emission vehicles.
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Salary Sacrifice Cycle Scheme: Supporting greener and healthier commuting.
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WeCare App: Support for your physical and mental wellbeing, including access to GPs for you and your dependants.
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LifeWorks App: Access to cashback offers and discounts across a wide range of high-street and online brands.
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Life Insurance: Providing additional financial protection, including access to expert probate support.
Next Steps
If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, don't delay! Follow the application link and submit your CV today.
Important Information
All successful candidates will be required to undergo the necessary right-to-work checks. Please note that certain sites also require five years' worth of referencing and criminal record checks.
Recruitment Agencies
We do not accept CVs or candidate details from recruitment agencies unless DSV has directly engaged with the agency regarding the specific requirements of this role