Collections Driver

Job Description

Unfortunately, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

We are currently seeking an experienced Collections Driver to work over weekends collecting and delivering food samples from our clients' site and laboratories.

This is a 3 month fixed term contract, working part time 7.5 hours per week - Saturdays from 06:00 till 14:00.

• Make collections of food samples from customers around the UK, returning them to the lab
• The driver is responsible for the safe and appropriate handling of the customer’s samples to ensure they are stowed appropriately within the vehicle.
• Respond positively to route changes that the company feels reasonable for the driver to complete.
• Ensure all paperwork is completed with a high degree of accuracy, with recording of temperature and time records on a daily record sheet and reporting into the Logistics Management team
• Ensure all information is inputted onto the company tablet where required
• Ensure collections are returned to site safely and securely.
• To communicate on a regular basis with the other driver, making them aware of any delays to the meeting time or place
• The vehicle is to be parked overnight at the normal place of work and any off duty periods unless previously agreed otherwise with the management team.
• Drivers are responsible for carrying out daily and weekly vehicle checks, oil, water etc and reporting any defects in a timely manner to the logistics manager.
• Drivers are responsible for reporting accidents and breakdowns.
• Ensure the vehicle is locked and secure when unattended.
• Promote the Eurofins image by wearing a clean, neat and tidy uniform as provided, and by ensuring your vehicle is maintained in a clean, tidy and serviceable condition.
• Provide a high level of internal and external customer care.
• To partake in any developmental training as required in compliance with the Company Standard.
• Drive Company vehicles in a safe and courteous fashion in accordance with the requirements of the Department of Transport and in compliance with the Highway Code.
• Take all reasonable action to ensure the safety and security of vehicles, equipment, goods, fellow employees and other road users.
• Responsible for promoting a professional image of the Company

• Good geographical knowledge of the UK road network
• Appreciation of vehicle maintenance and safety checks
• A customer focused approach with pleasant demeanour.
• Experience of chilled multi drop collection and deliveries, working to strict timed deadlines
• Full UK Driving License

• Additional Annual Leave at Employees’ set service dates
• Company Pension Plan
• Life Assurance Scheme (4 times annual salary)
• Healthcare Cash Plan (6+ months service)
• Enhanced Maternity, Adoption and Paternity Schemes
• Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 confidential
• Health and Wellbeing Programmes
• Free parking
• Worldwide career opportunities
• Rewards recognising the great work we employees deliver, their dedicated service and celebrat[ing] special life events.

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