Distribution Driver
Posted 22 hours 9 minutes ago by DSV Road GmbH
Naas
Mon-Sun, 90 hours per fortnight, flexibility required
€40,500 per annum
We are looking for a professional Driver/Operator to safely load, transport, and deliver cargo in line with customer requirements and legal standards. The role involves inspecting goods, completing accurate documentation, ensuring vehicles are safe and compliant, and adhering to all health, safety, and hazardous goods regulations. You will maintain high service standards by handling cargo carefully, updating systems in real time, and communicating effectively with customers and the operations team, while working flexibly and taking responsibility for quality, safety, and accuracy in all tasks.
What will you be doing?- Safely load, transfer, and unload cargo in line with customer requirements, ensuring no damage at all stages.
- Inspect cargo condition and accurately complete paperwork/app reporting, highlighting any discrepancies or damages.
- Carry out vehicle checks to ensure it is safe, roadworthy, and suitable for loading.
- Follow all administrative procedures and maintain accurate, timely records.
- Adhere to Health & Safety regulations, including IMDG/ADR requirements where applicable.
- Ensure full compliance with legislation for all cargo types, including hazardous goods.
- Report vehicle faults promptly and ensure any issues are rectified before use.
- Operate vehicles in a safe, legal, and responsible manner, maintaining tachograph and driver documentation.
- Maintain high standards of security, quality, and cleanliness in the working environment.
- Update all collection and delivery information in internal systems and report any deviations to the operations team.
- Valid C Licence (essential).
- Strong communication skills with a customer focused approach.
- ADR certification (advantageous).
- Flexible to work shifts, including weekends.
- Good level of written and spoken English.
- High attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to work independently and meet tight deadlines.
Competitive Salary Package and an opportunity to be a part of and grow within a driven and successful company, with a team of 160,000, operating in over 90 countries.
In addition, we can offer access to a selection of employee benefits, such as:
- Enhanced Annual Leave Entitlement from your start, which increases with length of service.
- Salary Sacrifice Cycle Scheme.
- Employee counselling, for support with physical and mental wellbeing.
- Company Pension, which, when a member of, also provides access to Life Cover and Critical Illness cover.