Join Keelings! You will be part of a passionate team of people, you will grow and develop in our business and truly feel a sense of belonging. At Keelings, we don't just grow quality fresh produce; we also nurture people and their professional development. The Keeling family always employed the best people for the job, and the key to their success was the quality of the people they employed to work for them. That is still the key to our success today.
Keelings Values
1. People Matter - We support and treat each other in a clear, fair and respectful way. We all learn, develop and encourage everyone to contribute.
2. Teamwork - We inspire and help each other to deliver our ambitions together as One Keelings.
3. Integrity - We do the right thing and deliver on our commitments.
4. Passion for Achievement - We motivate ourselves and each other to achieve our ambitions with energy, knowledge and courage. We are always striving to be better.
Position: HGV Driver
Transportation of own and 3rd party product to and from customers' premises in a controlled manner. All routes are within the isle of Ireland, with no trips overseas. There are no overnight stays in cabs; drivers will be planned to finish at the depot. Bay to bay deliveries to all the major retailer distribution depots in Ireland, with no tail lift deliveries. All driver CPC courses are arranged by the company. On-site training will be provided.
Key Accountabilities & Responsibilities:
1. Driving HGV to deliver our product to customer sites and collecting 3rd party products.
2. Ensuring PODs/Delivery dockets are signed and returned in a timely manner.
3. Dealing with customers regularly and reporting issues back to the office.
4. Complying with customer rules while on their site(s).
5. Washing both trucks and trailers as required or instructed, including the inside of trailers.
6. Small repairs and maintenance jobs as required, e.g., changing bulbs, steps, checking for oil and water, etc.
7. Ad hoc duties, e.g., van driving, shunting trailers, and yard work.
8. Multi-drop delivery work on behalf of other Keelings businesses or associated companies.
9. Pre-trip and end-of-day defect reporting.
10. Securing pallets and trolleys in trailers/trucks so goods arrive at their destination in the same order as loaded.
11. Setting up the temperature of fridge units, monitoring and reporting.
Key Skills & Knowledge:
1. Good knowledge of retail deliveries within Ireland.
2. Good knowledge of refrigerated transport.
3. Good team player.
4. Full clean EU cat C / C+E driving licence (UK Licences not covered in ROI).
5. Up-to-date digital tachograph card and up-to-date CPC card.
6. Minimum 1 year's experience in driving HGVs.
7. Experience in the use of refrigerated temperature-controlled vehicles/trailers.
8. Experience in container work.
9. Required to pass drivers assessment prior to start.
10. Required to undergo training prior to start.
11. Experience in yard shunting is an advantage but not essential.
12. Trained in the use of power pallet trucks and forklifts is an advantage.
13. Mechanical background would be an advantage but not necessary.
14. Eco driving training is an advantage but not necessary.
Specific Requirements:
Flexibility is required to work outside normal hours to suit the requirements of the business. Start times and days of work could be changed at short notice (on the day). Flexibility for days of work is required. Work 4 days over 7 days or nights with no fixed shift pattern.
Recruitment Process:
1. CV Submission & email acknowledgment of receipt
2. Phone Screening
3. 1st Interview
4. 2nd Interview
5. Outcome & Feedback
Inclusion & Diversity Statement:
At Keelings, we value all perspectives and knowledge that our colleagues bring to our business. We are committed to forming a diverse and inclusive team where all can share their unique experiences and perspectives. We welcome applications from all cultures and backgrounds and are dedicated to forming an environment of inclusiveness and diversity where all can thoroughly feel a sense of belonging.
Reasonable Accommodation Statement:
If you require reasonable accommodation in submitting your application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the recruitment process, please contact [email protected]
For more information, visit Keelings Careers.
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