Night HGV Driver

Description:

82985 - Night HGV Driver

This Night HGV Driver will report to the Logistics Transport Manager and will work within Network Operations based in our Bury St. Edmunds office. You will be on a fixed term contract for 24 months.

You will attract a salary of £43,874 per annum and a bonus of 3%.

If you are successful, you will need to undertake a medical and DBS reference check

Close Date: 6th October 2026

We also provide the following additional benefits

25 Days Annual Leave plus bank holidays.
Reservist Leave - Additional 18 days full pay and 22 unpaid
Personal Pension Plan - Personal contribution rates of 4% or 5% (UK Power Networks will make a corresponding contribution of 8% or 10%)
Tenancy Loan Deposit Scheme, Season Ticket Loan
Tax efficient benefits: Cycle to Work, Home & Tech, and Green Car Leasing Schemes
Occupational Health support
Switched On - scheme providing discount on hundreds of retailers' products
Discounted gym membership
Employee Assistance Programme

JOB PURPOSE

To ensure PHYSICAL DELIVERY TO PLAN within a Logistics Team striving to add customer value whilst always reducing cost.

Operate company vehicles through the provision of a safe and efficient operation, delivering true value through a commitment to a 99% OTIF defined service level at the lowest possible cost.

Typical hours are 16:00 hours to midnight Monday to Thursday and 16:00 to 23:30 on a Friday.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Conduct oneself to promote a positive image of the Logistics function and UK Power Networks in general demonstrating the Vision and Values of the company
To deliver a range of materials to sites as directed by the DC management
Ensure that delivery locations are maintained to the highest standards
Where requested complete Cycle Counting to required accuracy standards
Assist the DC team with any aspect of the operation from receipt of goods through to delivery to ensure OTIF is maintained.
Facilitate with internal customers.
Ensure high standard of safety and compliance with HSS Policies in all activities including:
Ensure Point of Work assessments are completed in full daily.
Follow current Road Transport Legislation, including EU regulations.
Wear appropriate uniform and PPE where provided.
Perform daily inspection on MHE and vehicles
Report any defects to ensure that equipment is fit for purpose
Safe loading and unloading using MHE
Drive company vehicles
Challenge others not following the correct or safest procedures
Take care of your own health and safety and for others
Report all near misses and deal with hazards to create a harm free workplace.
Support Continuous Improvement Programme projects

NATURE AND SCOPE:

Team members are the assets of the organisation - adding value in the business, producing the bottom line. Main Responsibilities include:

Participate in Mini-business meetings, ensuring clarity regarding work planned for the day, reviewing performance and identifying improvement opportunities.
Apply visual management of QSCSP to ensure goal achievement, highlighting and addressing issues of concern.
Conduct formal e.g. 3Qs, 5 Why's, Fishbone.
Implement innovation to ensure continuous improvement of performance.
Initiate and participate in Kaizen projects

Qualifications:

Essential

HGV Class I or II Licence holder
Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC)

Desirable

Sub Station Entry (including First Aid)
You will hold or attain a FLT Certificate