Logistics Driver

We are currently seeking a Logistics Driver to join the team at Gates of Stevenage.

To travel and transport vehicles, parts and paperwork between destinations.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Obtaining vehicle information and requirements from and updating our VDT (Vehicle Delivery Tracking) system.

• Safe keeping and display of Trade Plates.

• To deliver vehicles in a correct manner and by safe driving within legal speed limits.

• Collection of vehicles from dealerships, customers or other suppliers.

• To complete all journeys by either most direct means of transport or as agreed by the Manager.

• To follow the Gates training guidelines for vehicle inspection and report any mechanical malfunction or defects of the vehicle to the department Manager at the location you are collecting from. If no department Manager is available on site, then contact the Manager or supervisor for further advice and guidance.

• To ensure VDT is always used and any visible damage and vehicle defects are recorded and photographed in VDT before journey begins.

• To report any road traffic accident to the Manager, immediately taking photographs of the vehicles involved and scene.

• Carry out any reasonable additional duties from time to time as instructed by the Manager or supervisor.

• This role is categorised as an “employee supplied with uniform” and employees within this role will need to adhere to the requirements of this clause under the Dress and Appearance Policy detailed in the Employee handbook.

• This role will also include providing cover for compound duties in the absence of a compound supervisor when requested by a manager.

Minimum Requirements:

Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.

Enthusiastic approach to working.

Responsible and mature outlook.

A full Clean UK driving licence is essential.

Comfortable & legally able to drive a commercial vehicles up to 3.5 tonnes

Comfortable using an iPad or Smart Phone or similar device to view and log jobs.

Working Hours: 40 hrs per week (Monday - Friday)

Salary: Negotiable depending on experience

Benefits: 25 Days Holiday Allowance, Company Pension Scheme, Staff Discount on Vehicles and Servicing, Career Development

Gates are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, gender, age, religion, disability or other characteristics. Our hiring decisions are made using an unbiased approach and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and candidates to feel welcome.

Reasonable adjustments: All interviews assess the skills of the job itself and should not put you at a disadvantage of your disability/condition. If you require reasonable adjustment, please let us know so we can accommodate you. To do this, please include your reasonable adjustment requirements during the application stage or contact the person who offered you an interview. You do not have to disclose your condition when you are applying for a role with us. The Equality Act 2010 defines a disabled person as someone who has a physical or mental impairment that has a substantial and long-term negative effect on their ability to do daily activities.