Work Schedule

Flex Shifts 40 hrs/wk

Environmental Conditions

• Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance
• Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.)
• Will work with hazardous/toxic materials

Job Title: HGV Delivery Driver

Working hours include early starts, with some overnight stays as part of the role.

Location/Division Specific Information

Loughborough, UK

When you’re part of Thermo Fisher Scientific, you’ll do bold work, and join a team that values performance, quality and innovation. As part of a successful, growing global organization you will be encouraged to perform at your best. With revenues of more than $40 billion and the largest investment in R&D in the industry, we give our people the resources and chances to create significant contributions to the world.

How will you make an impact?

The position is part of the Transportation Team, delivering goods to our customers and end users. Also making collections, picking up returns from customers or collecting from Suppliers to return to our Loughborough Distribution Centre. Performing safely and compliantly to fulfil Transportation operations at our Distribution Centre and delivery destinations.

Responsibilities:

• Safely transport goods and materials to designated locations.
• Be safe by always using PPE as per company procedures, ensure accurate safety practices are in use, and identify any safety risks. Responsible for using safe-working practices when handling goods, equipment, and hazardous substances.
• Always operate Company motor vehicles expertly and safely in compliance with Highway Code laws, ADR regulations, and Drivers Hours regulations.
• To perform pre-trip walk-around inspections of each vehicle operated, and to report in writing, any potential safety/mechanical issue to Manager or Supervisor.
• Maintain a high standard of housekeeping within the vehicle cab and delivery box, and to be smartly presented, wearing the appropriate uniform and safety footwear.
• Establish and maintain good working relations with customers, acting courteously and expertly and report on same to managers as required.
• Follow any special instructions given orally, or in writing, by Manager or Supervisor and actively support and maintain the departmental process and procedures.
• Flexibility to change delivery routes at short notice and will need to be able to spend nights away, whilst completing 2-day runs.
• Being physically fit, and able to lift or move loads up to 25kg.
• Ensure all deliveries on their assigned route are accounted for, and their paperwork is completed accurately.
• Ensures that the vehicle is accurately placarded, loaded, and all material and equipment is always secured from movement, and in compliance with DOT regulations.
• Align with company safety policies and procedures and follow local rules whilst visiting customer sites. Bring potential safety issues to the attention of the Manager or Supervisor.
• Work to continually improve the efficiency of loading of truck, routing management and truck maintenance.