Job Summary:
Carry out a pre-shift driver walk-around vehicle H&S check prior to departure from Depot. Load Calor vehicles in line with Calor loading procedures, bulk or cylinder deliveries to households, factories, farms, hotels, and restaurants using Calor vehicle fleet equipped with digital logistic systems.
Key Responsibilities:
* Prior to departure from Depot, conduct a thorough pre-shift driver walk-around vehicle H&S check.
* Load Calor vehicles according to Calor loading procedures for bulk or cylinder deliveries.
* Deliver LPG to households, factories, farms, hotels, and restaurants using the Calor vehicle fleet, which is equipped with digital logistic systems.
* Have excellent knowledge of LPG, its characteristic properties, and dangers.
* Maintain the cleanliness of the vehicle, including the cab interior.
* Report accidents, incidents, or unsafe/dangerous sites to the depot as soon as they occur.
* Complete near-miss reporting as required.
* Produce a license for inspection periodically and report any adjustments immediately.
* Adhere to legal requirements regarding Tacho Driver Hours.
* Familiarize yourself with tachograph regulations concerning driving times and breaks, daily download digital tachograph card.
* Maintain and process daily paperwork, submitting it at the end of the shift.
* Follow procedures outlined in the driver's manual and training manual.
* Assist with training other drivers as needed.
* Able to work a flexible schedule with possible after-hours emergency calls.
* Able to communicate clearly and effectively.
* Excellent customer service skills.
* Perform minor yard duties as required.
* Full cooperation and adherence to all health and safety processes and procedures.
* Undertake training in new processes, equipment, and technology in line with continuous development.
* Undertake basic LPG tank inspections and other duties related to tank compliance.
Requirements:
* Hold a clean HGV driving license appropriate to the size of the vehicle (rigid/articulated).
* Hold an ADR Certificate in bulk gases and packages, or be willing to train towards it.
* Up-to-date CPC.
* Clean driving record essential, with ability to provide proof of same if requested.
* Health and Safety awareness and knowledge essential.
* Be safety-conscious in driving and handling LPG, wearing protective clothing and equipment, and manual handling techniques.
* Familiar with tachograph regulations in relation to driving times and breaks.
* Flexibility and availability for early and late start and finishing times.
* Flexible, positive, can-do attitude to ensure customer demands are met.
* Excellent communication skills.
* Professional manner in all communications and contact with colleagues, managers, Calor employees, customers, public, other road users.
* Reliable, punctual, and hardworking - key requirements for the position.
* Willingness to embrace change and new technologies.
* Knowledge of Mechanics advantageous.
* Experience in Digital Logistics is an advantage.
* Good geographical knowledge of Northern and/or Southern Ireland.
* LPG Knowledge.
* Previous relevant driving experience.
* Customer-focused with a proven track record in dealing and interacting with people in a positive and professional manner is essential.