HGV Driver/ Yard Assistant

Job description

MKM is the leading independent builders’ merchant in the UK, and we were established in 1995. Our people are what make us unique in what we do. Today we have more than 135 branches and over 3200 employees nationwide. Whilst we continue to grow, we are constantly striving to always attract, recruit, retain, promote, and support a diverse mix of colleagues that create a sense of belonging to the ‘MKM family’ for everyone. We hope you will join us on our journey!

Responsibilities and Duties

In this role you will be responsible for multi drop deliveries to customers in the surrounding area, providing top quality customer service.

The role involves driving the Class 2 HGV vehicles with HIAB Crane, the transit van and the curtainsider vehicle.

In addition to your driving duties, we would expect you to be flexible and assist with yard/warehouse duties.

Saturday working is a requirement for this role, and you will be expected to work every other Saturday morning throughout the year.

Benefits

• A competitive pay package.
• Generous discretionary bonus scheme
• Substantial staff discounts
• Training and development opportunities
• Holiday scheme which rewards length of service
• Holiday Purchase Scheme
• Perkbox discounts
• Contributory pension scheme
• Financial Planning Support
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Free parking
• Enhanced Maternity
• Enhanced Paternity
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Mental Health Support

This role will involve working alternate Saturday mornings.

Requirements

Qualifications and Skills

• HIAB certification and experience would be preferred for this role, but full training can be provided.
• Class 2 licence, digital tachograph card and up to date CPC training is essential.
• For this position, knowledge of the building industry and building products would be a distinct advantage.

As a driver you are the face of MKM to many of our customers and as such you should be:

• Of smart appearance
• Have a positive, friendly, and helpful manner.
• Be enthusiastic, hardworking and have a positive attitude.