Driver

Reporting to: Logistics Manager CirQlar

Reference: R9818

Summary

As a driver you will be responsible for loading & delivering to farm premises across the UK. Nights out required.

ForFarmers UK offers complete feed solutions to the (organic) livestock farming industry. With our mission ‘For the Future of Farming’, we are committed to a future-proof farming business and making the agricultural sector more sustainable. Our goal is clear: to contribute to a good return and a robust long-term business model. How? By leading the way with knowledge, advice, support and products on the farm. Close to the farmers, solution-oriented and with an open view of the future. The result: a contribution to affordable and sustainable food, For the Future of Farming.

The Role

• •LGV Driving: All legal requirements to be met fully. Consideration for other road users and members of the public. Clear and accurate completion of tachograph records, manual entries and defect reports. Vehicles to be operated within relevant speed and weight limits at all times.
• •Feed Delivery: Accurate, safe working on customers farms. Care to be taken at all times to achieve correct bins for feed and UFAS compliance. Safety of farm employees and stock are paramount. Damage to buildings or other property to be avoided.
• •Paperwork: All delivery records, cleaning records, defect reports etc. to be completed accurately, in full and on time.
• •Health & Safety: Comply fully with company & customer health and safety policies.
• •Environment: Fully adhere to rules set out in the site IPPC, comply with company environment policy and assist the transport manager to improve the site EMS.

In order to apply, you must have or be able to demonstrate:

• •LGV Class C+E driving qualification.
• •DCPC qualification card with up to date training.
• •Digital Tachograph card.
• •Experience of diving LGV’s on a regular basis although newly qualified C+E drivers can be considered
• •Excellent communication skills, Fluent in English – Constant communication with colleagues and customers.
• •Working knowledge of EU Drivers Hours Rules and WTD Legislation.
• •Full training programme will be given to successful applicants.

Applications

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