HGV Class 1 Driver (Cement Tanker)

As a family run business, SRC Group prides itself on providing a reliable service and quality material to its customers. Since 1994 SRC Group has grown from strength to strength whilst still maintaining its drive and passion and retaining its core roots.

What are we looking for:

We are expanding and looking to expand our team of HGV Class 1 (Cement Tanker) drivers.

• An enthusiastic, positive, confident and committed driver who learns quickly and is happy working under pressure in a busy team environment.
• Must hold a valid HGV Class 1 (Category C+E).
• Must have an in-date Driver Tachograph Card and Driver Qualification Card (CPC).
• Previous experience operating tanker vehicles, preferably cement or bulk powder tankers, is desirable.
• Needs strong communication skills, a willingness to take instruction, be cooperative and flexible and confident enough to ask for help where needed.
• Ability to work safely with hazardous or dusty products, following site-specific and industry health & safety procedures.

Job Description:

• HGV Class 1 Cement Tanker Driver to operate the vehicle in a safe and professional manner, delivering bulk cement and related products to our customers and providing excellent customer service.
• Safe vehicle loading and safe operation of pneumatic/offload equipment and unloading of cement/bulk powder products.
• Conduct daily walk-round checks of the vehicle and record any defects.
• Use driver defect app, electronic POD, tachograph and Sat Nav systems accurately.
• Maintain accuracy and attention to detail when completing delivery paperwork and job records.
• Carry out deliveries in a timely and safe manner and represent SRC Group professionally with a clean, smart appearance.
• Drive safely, minimising vehicle damage and reporting any incidents or accidents promptly.
• Work in accordance with the law, the Highway Code, environmental requirements and adhere to all company procedures, standards and policies.
• Operate a digital tachograph and have a clear understanding of tachograph and working time legislation.
• Keep the vehicle clean inside and out; remove contaminants from the vehicle body as required and ensure tanker cleanliness to industry standards.
• Follow site access and permit-to-work procedures when attending customer or third-party sites.
• Perform any other duty required by the company including:
  • Be flexible to jump onto our Concrete Mixer Lorries when needed to help cover work.