The Best Connection Middlesbrough are currently recruiting for Class 1 ADR drivers for our prestigious Stockton based client. There is available space for both day and night drivers, as well as an opportunity to tramp if preferred. This is a seasonal role with a potential permanent contract for the right driver. This role requires at least 2 years Class 1 driving experience along side a valid ADR certificate. You will be completing trunk runs delivering gas cylinders. The role requires no handball or lifting and is strictly driving.

Pay rate:

£18.00 (days) PAYE

£19.00 (nights) PAYE

£40 night out bonus

Shift patterns:

Monday – Friday (Days)         04:00 start time

Sunday – Thursday (Nights)    19:00 start time

(4 on 4 off potentially available)

Key Responsibilities

• Safely operate a Class 1 HGV vehicle in accordance with all road transport and ADR legislation.
• Deliver and collect gas cylinders from commercial customers.
• Carry out daily vehicle, equipment and load safety checks before and during each journey.
• Check cylinders for obvious damage, leaks or defects and report any issues immediately.
• Ensure all ADR documentation, delivery paperwork, vehicle markings and safety equipment are correct and up to date.
• Follow safe loading and unloading procedures at customer sites.
• Provide a professional and courteous service to customers at the point of delivery.
• Maintain accurate delivery and collection records.
• Follow company risk assessments, safe systems of work and site-specific procedures.
• Report accidents, incidents, near misses, damaged cylinders or vehicle defects promptly.
• Respond appropriately to emergencies involving gas cylinders, in line with ADR training and company procedures.
• Ensure the vehicle and load remain secure throughout the journey.
• Comply with drivers' hours, tachograph regulations and all relevant transport legislation.
• Maintain a high standard of vehicle cleanliness and presentation.
• Represent the company professionally at all times.

Requirements

• Full Class 1 (C+E) HGV licence.
• Valid ADR qualification covering the relevant gas classification
• Valid Driver CPC
• Tachograph Driver Card
• Previous experience transporting gas cylinders or other dangerous goods is highly desirable
• Good understanding of ADR regulations and safe load securing
• Strong commitment to health and safety
• Good communication and customer service skills
• Reliable, professional and safety-conscious approach to work
• Must be able to pass a D&A Test 

Benefits of working for The Best Connection:

• On-going assignments
• Excellent pay rates
• Holiday entitlement
• Personal accident insurance
• Overtime
• On-line Payslips
• Pension provision
• Access to 'Perks at Work' temporary worker benefit scheme