HGV Driver (Route Delivery Solutions (RDS) Ltd)

ABOUT USRoute Delivery Solutions (RDS) is a growing logistics company, and our goal is to operate the most Efficient, Safe and Compliant line haul fleet for our clients.At RDS, we believe in our people and creating opportunities for others to rise to their best. We have exciting new full-time positions for Class 1 HGV drivers to join our team in Manchester. If this sounds like you, why don’t you come join us.WHY JOIN US? Dedicated support team to help you with your daily dutiesNo hassle shifts, you will always be home same dayAccess to the latest trucking technology and navigation equipment BENEFITS Flexible Working hours - shift time varies but you will always be home same dayWeekly Bonus to boost your earnings by an extra £300 - £1200 per annumCompany pension upon passing probation20 days paid holidays plus bank holidaysOn-site ParkingNo truck loading or offloading commitment WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR Exceptional customer serviceProfessionalism and being punctual to ensure deliveries are always on timeProblem solving 'Can do' attitudeAbility to work on your own initiative, as well as part of a teamAbility to work in a fast moving and changing environmentVeterans, ex-emergency services are highly encouraged to enquireWe are happy to accept new passes WHAT YOU NEED Hold a valid Class 1 (C+E) driving licenceHold a Digital TachographFull CPC qualificationMust be able to pass a CRB background checkMust be able to pass a Drugs & Alcohol testHave good spoken and written EnglishMust be able to work weekendsMust have right to work in the U.KMust have good working knowledge of EU drivers’ hours and regulationsYour driver’s licence MUST have NO more than 3pts & NO pre-existing codes within 5 years - CD, IN, DD, TT, MS, DR WHAT YOU ARE REQUIRED TO DO Use route navigation apps and knowledge of area to deliver trailers from pick up to destinationComplete daily maintenance checks on delivery trucks and notify manager of any issuesMaintain daily electronic logs to track routes and deliveriesDriver is not required to assist with any loading or unloadingTraction work only- drop/swap trailers. On average 3 swaps per shift, working with boxed trailers only ** We are an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcome all candidates from various delivery driving backgrounds including Evri, Amazon, DPD and Yodel **