Driver Iii

**What you will be doing**:
40 hours a week
- Monday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

**Driver III - Based in Castle Cary**

**A mix of driving 44T, 18T and 3.5T vehicles**

Who are we?
MWI Animal Health UK: Founded by veterinarians, for veterinarians. MWI Animal Health, part of AmerisourceBergen (within the Fortune Top 10) has a wealth of experience delivering a quality wholesale service, a secure supply chain and business continuity for customers across the UK. Combined with marketing-leading, innovative practice technology and one of the largest group purchasing organisations, we work in partnership to support veterinary practices, animal owners, manufacturers and retailers.

Position Summary:
This role is a multi-drop delivery driver role and the person will be responsible for delivering company products to the customer in a safe and timely manner. This will be a mix of 44 T, 18 T and 3.5 T vans. You’ll be a representative of the company and be one of the first point of contacts for our customers, so a high standard of customer care must be maintained at all times.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

- To abide by all company guidelines and MHRA requirements in relation to the delivery of company products.
- Deliver goods accurately and in a timely manner in accordance with daily driving schedules to registered premises only, obtaining proof of delivery at all manned premises.
- Loads own vehicle ensuring all correct PPE is used and that H&S policies are followed.
- Ensures route is loaded accurately, safely and in such a way as to avoid any damage.
- Carry out daily vehicle checks and maintain vehicle roadworthiness.
- Record and report all vehicle defects in a timely manner inc. nil defects.
- Meet all legal requirements of the use of the highways. Comply with all EU, Domestic and WTD rules.
- Record and report all damages in accordance with company policy.
- Follows company policy and procedure regarding the correct, safe and accurate return of goods from customers
- Adhere to all company guidance and instructions in relation to the delivery and return of goods supplied by the company.- Maintain the highest standards of cleanliness with company vehicles to project a professional image.
- Adhere to company standards regarding work wear and PPE.
- Correctly use all equipment supplied and maintain in a good condition.
- Report any faults or issues with equipment in a timely manner e.g., Sack Truck, Nomad Boxes, Temperature Recording Equipment, PPE etc.
- Take all reasonable precautions to safeguard the vehicle and its contents ensuring vehicles are locked when unattended.
- Only allow as passenger’s associates of the company or persons authorised by the company.
- Maintain strong links with both the Transport and Customer Service Departments.
- Remain contactable, when at work, by ensuring the company provided phone is on and connected to ‘Bluetooth’.
- Be flexible and react positively to changes within the business.
- Maintain accurate records of daily activities and ensure start times are adhered to.
- Ensure both Domestic, EU and WTD regulations are adhered to and complete and provide accurate records of driver activity.
- Keep in possession 4 weeks driver records for scrutiny if required.
- Always keep tacho card in your possession during working hours.
- Maintain a valid DCPC card.
- Understand and comply with job relevant, Companies Practice Standards at all times.
- Understand the Companies standard operating procedures and attend training sessions as appropriate.

The above list is not exhaustive, and you may be required to carry out any other reasonable task as requested, appropriate to the scope of the post.

Experience, skills and knowledge requirements:

- Drive like a professional - Good driving record and appropriate licence for the role
- Maintaining concentration - Must be able to stay focused when driving and training for long periods.
- Quality communication - There is a great deal of paperwork involved in training and driving. This must be accurate and timely.
- Attention to detail - The little things make a big difference. Accurate and comprehensive record keeping is essential.
- Customer care - The role requires you are not only the face of the business but of the department.
- Must hold a C and E licence with no restrictions.

Company Compliance:

- Support, engage and ensure you are compliant with the companies Environment, Health and Safety policies and procedures.
- Our people managers and leaders are required to:
- Take responsibility for driving performance and engagement through their teams, ensuring that the Right People are in the Right Place at the Right Time.
- Understand the Quality Regulatory framework and the impact of this for their specific business unit.
- Assure compliance with all organisation policies and procedures.
- Establish and implement a continuous improvement plan.
Our associates are required to assure compliance with all organisation policies