HGV Driver/ Handler
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Rhenus High Tech Limited
Manchester
M30 7RF
United Kingdom
Truck & Transport Management
Special Delivery
Job Description
What you can expect
Day to day driving of various vehicles within the UK and Europe, delivering, offloading, positioning and installation of Customer equipment as required. Position may require you to work night shifts, be away from home on occasions and working on rail infrastructure premises.
Main Activities
- General driving duties as required within the UK and Europe in any class of vehicle up to that permitted by the driving license
- Vehicle checks in line with the Staff Handbook & the reporting of defects and all accidents/incidents and near-hits
- Loading and Unloading of vehicles ensuring correct equipment is loaded and all goods are checked, secure and fit for transit
- Delivery, offloading, positioning and installing as required for various customer jobs
- Manual handling, carrying, lifting and installation as required of customer equipment
- Maintaining and cleaning of vehicles as required
- Completing delivery paperwork, timesheets and other paperwork as required for each job
- If nominated Team Leader of the job you will be required to be responsible for the supervision and guidance of your assistants and ensure Safety Briefings take place
- Maintain the standards of the company as defined in ISO9001 and ISO14001
- You may be required to undertake other tasks in line with the needs of the business
- Responsible for escalating training needs on an on-going basis
- Keep your taco and driver card download up to date within the company requirements.
What you bring
- Experienced driver with clean license
- Experience in the transportation and delivery of high tech, high value systems would be beneficial
- Must be flexible with regards to hours and be prepared to stay away from home on a regular basis
- Ability to complete required timesheets and paperwork as required
- Experience in dealing directly with customers contacts and good communication skills
- Good team member with a flexible and can-do attitude
- Knowledge of Health and Safety legislation
- Knowledge of Tachograph legislation
- Knowledge of the Working Time Directive
Business Unit
Special Delivery
Welcome to Rhenus
Where our journey of growth connects with yours.
We are a global powerhouse on a mission to be pioneers in everything we do. United, we make an impact and dare to redefine what's possible. Ready to unlock untapped potential. We are on the fast track. At Rhenus, we thrive on collaboration. Every voice is heard, and every idea is valued. We stand as one global team. Where everyone contributes to our success. Together, we shape the future of logistics and beyond. Empowered by you.
Recruitment Process
Online application
Your documents will reach us quickly and directly via our online application form; depending on the position, a cover letter may be required. In any case, we are eager to see your CV and references – for us, the best way to make a good first impression.
Application screening
Our HR team and the responsible department will take a close look at your application as soon as possible. We will do our best to give you feedback within two weeks. With your agreement, we would also be happy to forward the documents to other business units if the selected position does not work out.
Selection Process
Depending on the position, there are various ways of finding out if we are a good match for each other. In most cases, we rely on a personal interview, on a eye level of course. Online tests, assessment centres or work on a trial basis may also be possible. In the end, the best decision is taken for both sides.
Onboarding
With your commitment, you are a part of the Rhenus Group right away – we are already eager to shape the logistics of the future together with you. To ensure that your start is a complete success, we will familiarise you with everything you need to know about Rhenus and your assignment with us. Your experienced colleagues will guide you every step of the way, and together you will easily master each of your new tasks.