HGV Driver Apprentice; Level 2 - UK

Overview

Job Title:

HGV Driver Apprentice (Level
2) - UK

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Additional information:

• This role can be based out of our Plant depots (Ollerton or Hemel Hempstead)
• Day release apprenticeship study at the workplace

About Us:

Murphy is a leading international, multi-disciplined engineering and construction company founded in 1951 that improves life by delivering world-class infrastructure. Operating in the United Kingdom, Ireland and North America, Murphy provides better engineered solutions to infrastructure sectors including transportation, water, power and natural resources. We also have a number of related businesses – Ground Engineering;
Utility Connections;
Murphy Plant;
Murphy Process Engineering;
Pipeline Testing Services;
Specialist Welding Services; and Electrical Services. Murphy employs more than 4,300 engineers, professional managers and skilled operatives around the world. Together, we work as ‘One Murphy’ by directly delivering the people, plant and expertise needed to make projects a success. There’s more to Murphy.

As part of this apprenticeship you will work closely with our experienced HGV Drivers in order to learn and understand the role of logistics/transport in the Construction and Civil Engineering sector while undertaking the required training to obtain the relevant license classifications for lone working.

• Understand and demonstrate the importance of Health and Safety in the workplace.
• Comply with organisational safety, policies and procedures.
• Safe, controlled and fuel-efficient driving techniques relating to driving the LGV, including vehicle configurations and associated safety issues, safe access and egress from vehicles and trailers to include prevention of falling from height.
• Safe use of equipment and machinery e.g. manual handling equipment, vehicle and delivery systems, including where to find relevant instructions.
• Guidance on vehicle preparation, including vehicle safety checks/inspections, defect reporting, safety requirements, loading, securing and unloading processes.
• How to protect the vehicle and associated loads, including management of unlawful access to vehicle and loads.
• Basic IT applications and other relevant technology and systems e.g. tachographs, adaptive braking, handheld scanners, on board telematics etc.

What qualification will I receive through the apprenticeship? As part of this apprenticeship, you will follow the Large Goods Vehicle (LGV) Driver C+E Level 2 apprenticeship standard which takes up to 14 months to complete.

Where will I be based on the apprenticeship?

For this apprenticeship you will be based at one of our Plant depots in Ollerton or Hemel Hempstead.

• GCSE Maths and English at grade A*- D / 3-9(or equivalent)
• Applicants must be 18+ with a full UK driving licence
• You don’t need to have previous experience for the role, but you do need to be ready to learn, have a positive mindset and a can-do attitude!
• Eligible to work in the UK with a valid work permit if applicable. Please note, that we do not provide sponsorship.

Above all, we need people who will adopt our values and strive to live them:

• One Family, One Team, One Murphy
• Always Deliver
• Respect, Integrity & Accountability
• Never Harm
• Continually Improve

• Dedicated and continued investment in your professional development.
• Murphy is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture, making Murphy a great place to work where we can all thrive. You can get involved in numerous events and even join our committee dedicated to continuously nurturing Murphy’s inclusive culture.
• Charity is at the heart of Murphy values; you will receive 2 days leave per year to donate your time to a charity of your choosing. Many teams choose to support a charity together to positively impact our communities.
• Annual salary review
• Above market rate contributory pension scheme
• Health Care Cash Plan
• Subsidised canteen facilities in core locations
• Other Murphy benefits include retail discounts and cashback, discounted gym memberships, cycle to work scheme etc
• Access to Murphy…