HGV Class 1 Cryogenics Driver

Pertemps Didcot have an exciting opportunity for an HGV Class 1 (Cat C+E) Driver to work for one of the most prestigious Gas companies in the UK. The role will be based at their Thame depot but due to the nature of this role, this will involve regular nights away. 

This position is suited to someone either with experience within the gases sector or someone with the right attitude, who is eager to learn and step into a new career. Driving is only a proportion of this role, as the main factor of the job involves the safe movement and installation of gasses into equipment across various end clients. 

Full training will be provided to enable the successful candidate to become a qualified Cryofill Technician, which involves you being the face of the company with the delivery of gasses to the end client, which includes but is not limited to, Universities, Hospitals and Research Facilities.  

Although the role stipulates the need for the ADR certification, training will be provided for the right candidate, therefore not essential to apply for the role but desirable. 

The company offer continuous work-related training programmes which in some cases count towards driver CPC modules, and once fully trained across the range of skills within the role, this then comes with an enhanced basic salary. Initial training programme will typically take an average of 6-9 months.  

As the HGV Class 1 ADR Driver your duties will include: 

Driving a mixture of twin axle 14 tonne rigid vehicles up to 44 tonne articulated trucks 
Average of two deliveries per day – change deliveries as required based on customer requirement.
Deliveries and collections of Liquid Helium Dewars, Environmental cylinders and Cryospeed Dewars
NMR & Magnet filling (once fully trained)
Deliveries across the length and breadth of the UK 
Daily inspections of the vehicle and any specialised equipment 
Adhering to strict Health & Safety SOPs as directed by the company. 
To be successful as a HGV Class 1 Driver you will have the following skills and experience: 

A valid ADR certification in all classes except from 1 & 7 is (desirable)
Have held the HGV C+E entitlement for a minimum of 2 years, for insurance purposes.
In-date Drivers CPC 
Driving licence must not exceed 0 6 points (3 point max preferable) or include CU80, DD, IN10 or DR10 endorsements, for insurance purposes.
Basic numeracy and literacy skills
Good customer service skills and ability to be patient with others. 
Further information: 

Immediate start available following interview, drug & alcohol test and driving assessment.
An enhanced criminal record check will be carried out ahead of start date.
Delivery of gas dewars which involves manual handling; therefore, you must be physically fit.
Typically, Monday – Friday – start time normally 0700, however may be adjusted as required.
Occasional weekend work by agreement
Nights away, sometimes up to four nights in a row. Most nights out will be in a sleeper cab which is not shared; however, some occasions may occur which mean that hotel stays are required. 
Paid breaks
Additional weekend and bank holiday allowances
Nights out incur addition nightly payments. 
Excellent pension scheme   
If you are interested in applying for this HGV Class 1 Driver role, then please click apply