Senior Driver
Description
Nottingham - Fairham Business Park NG11
Senior Driver
£17.97 per hour, paid weekly, plus ongoing funding of your CPC and medical, Pension Scheme, Life Assurance, Recommend a Friend Bonus Scheme and opportunities for training and development.
Following our move to our purpose-built premises in the Summer, we are ramping up our Transport Team and are looking for 3 experienced and motivated Senior Drivers to join our transport operation. This is an exciting opportunity for a professional driver who not only excels behind the wheel but is also passionate about developing others, maintaining high safety standards, and supporting the wider transport team.
As a Senior Driver, you will play a key role in ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant transport operations while acting as a mentor and role model for fellow drivers. You will also support the Transport Team Leader and provide operational leadership when required.
What You'll Be Doing
Driving and Operational Excellence
- Safely load, transport, and unload goods in accordance with company procedures.
- Operate company vehicles safely, legally, and efficiently while achieving operational KPI targets.
- Complete assigned delivery and collection schedules to agreed service levels.
- Conduct daily vehicle inspections and promptly report any defects.
- Maintain full compliance with Driver Hours Regulations, Working Time Directive requirements, and tachograph legislation.
- Complete and submit all transport documentation accurately and on time.
Driver Development and Support
- Deliver practical driver induction training for new starters.
- Provide ongoing coaching, mentoring, and support to drivers to improve safety, customer service, fuel efficiency, and performance.
- Assess driver candidates as part of the recruitment and selection process.
- Act as a senior point of contact for drivers during shifts.
Leadership Support
Supporting the Transport Team Leader as required, including:
- Monitoring and supporting transport KPI performance.
- Assisting with monthly KPI reporting and data collation.
- Ensuring driver debriefs are completed accurately and signed off.
- Supporting legal compliance activities, including tachograph records, maintenance schedules, and incident investigations.
- Providing leadership cover during periods of absence, leave, or increased operational demand.
What We're Looking For
Essential Requirements
- Valid driving licence appropriate for the role, with a minimum Category C licence (Category C+E preferred).
- Strong communication skills and confidence interacting with customers and colleagues.
- Ability to work safely and effectively in a physically demanding environment, including loading and unloading vehicles.
- Excellent understanding of driver compliance requirements, including Driver Hours and Working Time regulations.
Desirable Experience
- Experience within multi-drop transport operations.
- Previous experience coaching, mentoring, or training drivers.
- Experience supporting transport supervisors or team leaders.
- A strong understanding of transport KPIs and operational performance measures.
Key Skills and Attributes
- Professional, safety-focused, and customer-oriented.
- Calm and effective under pressure.
- Strong team player with a flexible approach.
- Excellent organisational and communication skills.
- Safe and fuel-efficient driving techniques.
- Good route planning, navigation, and problem-solving abilities.
- High attention to detail and commitment to compliance.