Driver - 12 month Secondment/Fixed Term Contract

Driver

Location: Easton on the Hill, StamfordJob Type: Full Time | 12-Month Secondment / Fixed-Term Contract

Avtron is a global leader in the design and manufacture of Load Banks and Dynamometers, supplying customers across the power generation, utilities, defence and industrial sectors. We work with multinational organisations, utilities, government departments and specialist companies across mission-critical, OEM, service, plant hire and power generation markets.
Customer service is at the heart of our business. Our experienced teams work closely with customers throughout the product lifecycle, from initial requirements through to delivery and ongoing support. Our purpose-built facility is equipped with modern computer-aided design and manufacturing capabilities, supported by skilled people and robust ISO9001 quality systems.

The Role:

We are looking for a reliable, safety-focused and professional Driver to join our busy Operations and Logistics team at Avtron on a 12-month secondment/fixed-term contract.
The Driver will be responsible for the safe and efficient transportation of materials, equipment and finished goods between Avtron sites, suppliers and customers. You will play an important role in supporting our manufacturing and logistics operations, ensuring deliveries and collections are completed safely, accurately and on time.
This is a hands-on and varied role that will suit someone with commercial driving experience who takes pride in their work, has a strong focus on safety and enjoys working collaboratively within a busy manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Carry out deliveries and collections safely and in line with planned schedules, ensuring materials, equipment and finished goods are transported accurately and on time.
Load, secure, transport and unload materials and equipment, operating lifting and securing equipment safely and ensuring loads comply with legal and company requirements.
Carry out daily vehicle checks, report defects promptly and ensure company vehicles are maintained in a clean, safe and roadworthy condition.
Complete delivery documentation, obtain signatures where required and communicate any delays, issues or concerns to the Logistics Manager.
Support warehouse, packing and wider logistics activities when required, including stock movements between manufacturing sites, while complying with company safety procedures and PPE requirements.

Job Requirements:

Full UK driving licence with a clean or acceptable driving record; C1 licence is desirable but not essential.
Previous experience driving commercial vans or flatbed vehicles, with a good understanding of load restraint and safe transportation practices.
Forklift Truck (FLT) licence and experience working within a manufacturing or engineering environment.
Good understanding of vehicle inspections and basic maintenance, with a strong commitment to health and safety.
Good communication and organisational skills, with the ability to work independently, manage delivery schedules and contribute positively as part of a wider team; Driver CPC qualification is desirable.

Why Join Avtron?

At Avtron, you'll become part of a collaborative engineering and manufacturing business where quality, safety, innovation and customer service are at the heart of everything we do.
You'll play an important role in supporting the movement of materials, equipment and finished products that enable our manufacturing operations to deliver for customers around the world. Working across our site, suppliers and customer locations, this is a varied role with the opportunity to work closely with colleagues across Operations, Production, Warehouse and Logistics.
Safety is a key priority at Avtron, and you'll be expected to maintain high standards while representing the company professionally when dealing with customers, suppliers and other external contacts.

Our mission is to “Amplify a customer-centric culture to propel innovation and worldwide growth.” This role contributes directly to that mission by ensuring our products, equipment and materials reach the right destination safely, efficiently and on time.
Avtron is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is treated fairly and with respect. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know and we'll be happy to support you.