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Yardsperson / Relief Driver

Selwood Ltd, Liverpool

Yardsperson / Relief Driver

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Selwood Ltd, Liverpool

  • Full time
  • Temporary
  • Onsite working

Posted 2 days ago, 3 Oct | Get your application in today.

Closing date: Closing date not specified

Job ref: c4e123108c834faebafc6057d374ddac

Location ref: Liverpool

Full Job Description

  • To support the operations of our busy Pump hire branch, Selwood are inviting applications for the position of Yardsperson / Relief Driver to join our friendly team based our at our branch site in Liverpool.
    • This role will provide vital support to the branch operations and will be yard based assisting with various duties in conjunction with the loading and unloading of lorries to ensure timely delivery of our pumps and associated equipment in time to meet our customers expectations. Please note, Relief Driver is for LGV Driver. It's essential that you have your Class 2 licence, and your HIAB/ALLMI qualification. Task and Responsibilities within the yard: + To keep the yard and workshops in a clean and tidy state at all times. + To assist with loading and unloading of vehicles, checking against paperwork, missing, damages and fuel charges when needed. + To assist fitting staff when required, with tasks as instructed, i.e. lifting, moving, in depot or on-site. + To clean hire equipment prior to entry to workshop, using pressure/steam-cleaning equipment. + To be polite and co-operative with staff/customers, and, when on-site, be aware of promoting the Company. + To be able to communicate accurately to your supervisor, work colleagues and customers re job specifications when required e.g. ETA's and missing and damaged items, obtaining signatures and names when delivering/collecting. + To comply with all PPE requirements for Selwood or site regulations. Duties within LGV coverage: + Carry out work in compliance with Department of Transport Regulations and The Highway Code, having regard for personal safety, the safety of the workforce and the general public. + Fully understand and be compliant with the digital Tachograph operation and drivers' hours' legislation. + Maintain an understanding of, and full compliance with the Working Time Directive for mobile workers. Observing all statutory break periods defined under the WTD for mobile workers. Driver's hours rules must also be observed and take priority over WTD rules. + Ensure all loading and unloading activity is carried out in a safe and efficient manner. All loads are to be positioned and secured safely and correctly to avoid overloading any of the axles and to avoid any possibility of the load moving during transit. This could include manual handling of hoses. + Liaise with your Manager and the garage to help schedule 6-weekly vehicle safety inspections. + Carry out daily maintenance and defect checks of the vehicle.

    + Full Class 2 LGV driving licence (no more than 6 points) + HIAB/ALLMI certificate is required for this role + Digital Tachograph Driver Card + Driver Qualification card and/or Periodic CPC Certification + Experience of working in similar industry (i.e. plant, construction, hire) + Over 21 years of age (for insurance purposes) + Good communicator with a can do attitude. + Physically fit due to the nature of the work within this role.


  • Selwood are one of the only UK companies to manufacture our own pump range for both sale and hire. Our range includes world leading pumps for handling solids, self-priming and environmental clean-up. The flexibility, reliability, and longevity of our pumps have ensured the Selwood name is synonymous with quality.
    • This is an exciting time to join Selwood as we drive our business forward and build on a foundation of over 70 year's success within our industry. We are committed to ensuring our staff have the right skills, knowledge & experience to deliver to our customers, as well as creating career paths to help develop, retain, and motivate them.


  • What we can offer you
  • We understand balancing work and life commitments isn't always easy, that's why we've designed our benefits package to support you in all areas of life.
    • + Competitive salary + Eligible for overtime pay (for additional hours and call outs) + 25 days holiday (plus length of service increases) + 8 Bank Holidays + Holiday buying (up to an additional week) + Medical cash plan for yourself - reimburse health costs e.g. dentist or optician, access to 24hour online GP services, discounted gym memberships + Pension scheme with contribution based on total earnings not just salary + Life assurance protection at 3 x salary + Employee discount scheme (discounts/vouchers for supermarkets, high street shops, holidays and more) + Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) & access to Mental Health First Aiders + Employee referral scheme (up to £1,000 per referral) + Cycle to work scheme + Support for development and training EDI Statement Workdry International Ltd is committed to encouraging equality, diversity, and inclusion among our workforce, and eliminating unlawful discrimination. As part of your recruitment journey, we are happy to support requests for reasonable adjustments.

Direct job link

https://www.jobs24.co.uk/job/yardsperson-relief-driver-127506717
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