HGV Class 2 ADR Driver

HGV Class 2 ADR Driver

Company: BOC Gases

Location:

Wolverhampton

Salary: £46,123.00 per year

Employment Type:

Temporary (Ongoing)

Pertemps Wolverhampton is currently recruiting for a professional and reliable HGV Class 2 ADR Driver for one of our most prestigious national clients, BOC Gases, the largest provider of industrial, medical and special gases in the UK and Ireland. This role requires a high level of attention to safety, the ability to navigate scheduled multi-drop routes, and the safe handling and transportation of hazardous materials in strict compliance with current transport laws and ADR regulations.

• Dangerous Goods Transport:
  Operate commercial vehicles safely, strictly adhering to full ADR regulations and all relevant safety guidelines.
• Deliveries & Collections:
  Complete scheduled multi-drop deliveries and collections to various commercial, retail and industrial premises.
• Vehicle Compliance:
  Conduct thorough pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections, reporting any defects immediately to the transport office.
• Manual Handling:
  Securely fasten all cargo, which may involve the manual handling of gas cylinders or specialised waste containers.
• Documentation:
  Accurately complete and maintain tachograph records, delivery notes and all required dangerous goods documentation.
• Customer Service:
  Maintain a professional and courteous approach when dealing with customers and represent BOC Gases positively at all times.
• Health & Safety:
  Follow all site, company and legal health and safety procedures when loading, transporting and unloading dangerous goods.

• Licence:
  Valid UK HGV/LGV Class 2 (Cat
  
  C) licence.
• Qualifications:
  
  Current and in-date Driver Qualification Card (CPC) and Digital Tachograph Card.
• ADR Certification:
  Must hold a valid ADR certificate covering Class 2 - Gases in Packages.
• Experience:
  
  Ideally, a minimum of 3 years holding the relevant licence and at least 180 days of driving experience within the past 2 years.
• Licence Cleanliness:
  Maximum of 3 penalty points. No active CU80, MS90, CD, DR, DD, IN or TT endorsements due to insurance restrictions.
• Assessment & Checks:
  Willing to undertake a driving assessment, DBS criminal records check and Drug & Alcohol test.
• Professional Standards:
  Strong commitment to safety, compliance, customer service and responsible driving.

• Competitive Salary: £46,123.00 per year.
• Work-Life Balance:
  Typical start times between 06:00 and 07:00, with shift lengths of approximately 8-10 hours.
• Monday to Friday:
  Regular weekday working pattern, with occasional weekend work.
• Weekend Allowance:
  Additional allowance payments for weekend working on top of the standard hourly rate.
• Paid Breaks:
  Breaks are paid in accordance with the applicable company terms.
• Minimum Shift Guarantee:
  Minimum 6 hours guaranteed per shift.
• Holiday Entitlement: 26 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays, with holiday accrual in line with the applicable employment terms.
• Weekly Pay:
  Weekly pay with accrued holiday pay.
• Pay Reviews:
  Yearly pay increases based on length of service and applicable pay awards.
• Ongoing Work:
  Long-term ongoing work, with the opportunity to become an integral part of the client's team.
• Permanent Opportunities:
  Potential opportunities to move into a permanent position.
• Driver Training:
  Access to ongoing driver training and courses that can count towards CPC modules.
• Uniform & PPE:
  Free uniform and required safety equipment provided.
• Parking:
  Secure on-site parking available.
• Career Development:
  Opportunities to develop your skills and progress within a leading national gas and industrial services organisation.

Location Wolverhampton, West Midlands

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced HGV Class 2 ADR Driver looking for stable ongoing work, competitive pay, strong benefits and the potential for permanent employment with a leading national employer