LGV Class 2 Driver

The Company

Yusen Logistics is working to become the world’s preferred supply chain logistics company. Our complete offer is designed to forge better connections between businesses, customers, and communities – through innovative supply chain management, freight forwarding, warehousing and distribution services.
As a company, we are dedicated to a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring everyone who works with us is committed, connected and creative in making us the world’s preferred choice.

We are now looking to recruit X1 Class 2 Driver to join our team in Avonmouth, Bristol on a permanent, full-time basis.

The Benefits

• Salary of £33,906.60 per annum plus overtime
• Family health cover
• 25 days day’s holiday (excluding bank holidays)
• Company Pension Scheme
• Critical Illness Cover
• Employee benefits i.e., Discount schemes including E-vouchers and gift cards, gym membership as well as a recognition platform
• Tailored development and career opportunities
• Employee Wellness initiatives – WeCare - includes 24/7 online GP, mental health support service and more

If you have a Class 2 licence with a valid Digital Tachograph card and great customer service skills, this is a superb opportunity to join our leading company.

With a fantastic range of benefits on offer and our commitment to supporting our employees’ professional development, you’ll have everything you need to thrive in and out of the workplace!

So, if you want to join a constantly evolving and ever-improving company, dedicated to the success of our employees, then apply today!

The Role

As a Class 2 Driver, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient delivery of white goods products to small independent retailers within the southern regions of the UK, from South and mid Wales to Devon, Cornwall, and Southampton. This role includes manual handling of the products by way of a tail lift operation.

Your duties will include:

• The safe and efficient delivery of ‘white goods’ products from the truck to the customers premises using manual handling techniques
• Ensuring designated routes and times comply with planning documentation
• Using a combination of scanners and paperwork to document Proof of delivery
• Maintaining fuel consumption targets and ECO driving scores
• Complying with legal requirements including vehicle, Tachograph and driving regulations
• Ensuring all documentation and company procedures are adhered to
• Escalating any issues or problems which may affect delivery or collection
• Maintaining a good working relationship with our customers
• Completing all vehicle checks and reporting any defects to the transport office

. About You

To be considered as a Class 2 Driver, you will need:

• A full, valid driving Class 2 licence with a minimum of 12 month’s experience
• Previous experience of working within a similar role would be advantageous
• A valid DCPC qualification
• A valid Digital Tachograph card
• A maximum of six points on your licence (excluding BA, CD, DD, DR, or DG codes)
• Excellent Customer service skills
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build rapport with customer

Yusen Logistics is an equal opportunities employer, who encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible applicants regardless of their personal circumstances. We make our recruiting decisions solely based on the skillset and experience. Diversity allows us to create an inclusive environment, where our employees can strive and grow their potential.

So, if you are looking for a new opportunity as a Class 2 Driver, please apply via the button shown.