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HGV, LGV and heavy Haulage driving jobs
*To become a Checkmate HGV/LGV haulage driver you will need to be over 18 years of age and hold a full UK driving licence. You’ll also need to pass LGV training and gain a Certificate of Professional Competence (Driver CPC).
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Job description​ | Haulage driver and courier
As a Checkmate haulage driver and HGV, LGV and Van Courier, you will be required to:
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Deliver a range of heavy haulage and courier goods safely and efficiently to designated locations within agreed time frame.
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Ensure proper handling and delivery of sensitive materials with authorisation if necessary and deliver high standards of customer care.
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Communicate with customers and haulage managers to effectively deliver results that exceed expectations.
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Job Duties​ | Haulage driver and courier
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May be required to deliver multiple pallets in a day.
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Keep accurate records of deliveries and customer authorisation, ensuring all documentation is submitted to management on time.
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Properly use and maintain delivery equipment, including handheld scanner.
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Drive safely and follow all laws and rules of driving to maintain a safe work environment.
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Keep company vehicle clean and ensure it is well-maintained, has fuel and is ready to drive.
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Communicate with customers by phone to update them of delivery times if there have been issues or changes to their estimated time of arrival.
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Follow pre-planned route accurately without deviation from set course.
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Maintain communication with management to be informed of any change of delivery, route or schedule.
Skills Required | Haulage driver and courier
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GCSE Maths and English or equivalent.
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Great communication skills.
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Experience in logistics preferred but not essential as full training will be given.
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Excellent time management and customer service skills.
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Keep Special licenses may be required to operate certain vehicles. Contact us for more information.
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Communicate Owner drive required. Must have all insurance, haulage carrying and public liability.​​
Apply for driving job
to apply for a position, please email your cv to contact@checkmatefacilities.com
and we will get back to you